Blood Donation Challenge: Expert Shares Why We Need To Bridge Gap Through Voluntary Donations
Discover the struggle India faces in meeting its soaring blood demands. Expert sheds light on voluntary donations, regional variances, and the path to a sufficient, accessible blood supply.
Sep 26, 2023, 16:58 PM IST
World Thalassemia Day 2023: What Is Beta Thalassemia Major? Understanding The Inherited Blood Disorder In Kids
Thalassemia Day aims to support early detection and effective treatment of the inherited blood condition. The two main subtypes of thalassemia are alpha and beta-thalassemia. Here's a little more about beta-thalassemia and how children can inherit this blood disorder.
May 08, 2023, 12:15 PM IST
Anaemia during pregnancy may double mortality risk: Study
Anaemia -- a condition characterised by the lack of healthy red blood cells -- affects 32 million pregnant women worldwide and up to half of all pregnant women in low and middle-income countries.
Mar 22, 2018, 10:30 AM IST
Thalassemia: Five things you must know!
Thalassemia can also cause complications, including iron overload, bone deformities, and cardiovascular illness.
May 09, 2016, 10:17 AM IST
Link between rare form of anaemia, cancer found
Researchers have discovered the molecular mechanisms that determine cancer risk in patients with a rare form of anaemia.
Oct 24, 2015, 12:07 PM IST
ICMR to set up blood disorder centre in Maharashtra
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) on Friday initiated efforts to set up a satellite centre of the National Institute of Immunohaematology in Maharashtra's Chandrapur district, where genetic blood disorders are on the rise.
Sep 11, 2015, 22:56 PM IST
