Raksha Bandhan 2025: Celebrating siblinghood
Two young children, Ayan Khan and Papali Gaan were battling with a blood disorder called thalassemia major, but their siblings saved by them donating their blood stem cells. India faces a pressing healthcare challenge with over 10,000 new children born annually with thalassemia a hereditary blood disorder leading to severe anemia.
Through the Access to Transplantation Program DKMS India is addressing this gap by supporting families in need.
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