World Thalassaemia Day is observed on May 8 to raise awareness around the genetic disorder, and support those who have it.

Important Days

World Thalassaemia Day is observed on May 8 to raise awareness around the genetic disorder, and support those who have it. Thalassemia is a genetic disorder characterized by insufficient haemoglobin production, leading to a shortage of red blood cells and, consequently, anaemia. In the year 1994, World Thalassaemia Day was first established by Founder of Thalassemia International Federation (TIF) Panos Englezos in the memory of his son George, who died of Thalassemia. The initiative is in alignment with the theme for the World Thalassemia Day 2024 on May 8— “Empowering Lives, Embracing Progress: Equitable and Accessible Thalassaemia Treatment for All”.


     

     

     

 

     


Thalassemia International Federation (TIF)

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