Sickle Cell Disease: Born looking healthy, living with a hidden risk: Why early detection is the strongest defence against sickle cell disease

A baby born with sickle cell disease may look completely healthy in the first few months of life, making the condition easy to miss. A newborn wrapped in a blanket, sleeping peacefully in a mother’s arms, often looks like the picture of perfect health. But appearances can sometimes be misleading.For babies born with sickle cell […]

World Thalassemia Day: Importance of Early Detection of Genetic Disorder

New Delhi, May 8: Frequent fatigue, weakness, and anemia can often signal serious blood-related illnesses. Ignoring these symptoms can be dangerous. Timely identification and awareness of thalassemia, a genetic blood disorder, are crucial. Every year, May 8 is observed as World Thalassemia Day. On this day, efforts are made to spread awareness about thalassemia, support […]