Thalassemia is a common genetic condition affecting red blood cells. Children with severe forms of thalassemia often develop symptoms early in life, but effective treatment can manage the condition.

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Agios Pharmaceuticals said Monday that its drug called mitapivat reduced the need for blood transfusions in patients with a severe form of beta-thalassemia, an inherited blood disorder. The results ...

Zydus Lifesciences has been granted Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) by the USFDA for Desidustat, a novel product designed to treat beta-thalassemia.

Have you seen kids play? In their homes, in their neighbor’s house or on the roads? Isn’t it so normal seeing them enjoy their lives, busy with friends, toys and happiness of it all? For a child ...

Following a tragic blood transfusion incident, health experts are urging Jharkhand's government to mandate antenatal screening for all pregnant women.

The 'Pritham' initiative is raising awareness about Thalassemia prevention. Hospitals contributing to this cause were honored with Pritham Sanman awards. The campaign offers free Thalassemia testing ...

Saradpon is a stay-at-home mother of two and a florist. She is president of the Cooley’s Anemia Foundation California chapter, organizes blood drives and fundraisers to raise awareness for thalassemia ...

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With colorful headphones and eyes glued to her favorite Phineas and Ferb Disney movie on the family iPad, Ada reclined in her hospital bed tethered to a bag of medications and syringes of blood. She ...