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Express Tribune
11-05-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
Blood banks must have all blood groups
Specialised Healthcare Secretary Najam Ahmad Shah directed the authorities concerned that registration of public blood banks should be completed in seven days. He said health EDOs would be assigned duties for the purpose. PHOTO: AFP The Sindh Blood Transfusion Authority (SBTA) has declared that all blood banks in the province have been asked to ensure availability of all blood groups in case any need arises. All district health officers have been instructed to assess the availability of blood and related products at blood banks, ensure compliance with SOPs, and provide an inventory report to the SBTA. The Secretary of the SBTA, Dr Dur Naz Jamal, stated that they have always ensured the availability of blood during natural disasters, the COVID-19 pandemic, and processions. She stated, "My focal points are active throughout Sindh and are collecting inventory data from blood banks. We will have a complete record within a few days."
Express Tribune
09-02-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
Thalassemia desk created at NADRA centre
SUKKUR: A Thalassemia screening desk has been inaugurated at the NADRA centre in Sukkur on Saturday marking a significant step forwards the fight against the genetic disorder. The desk, established in collaboration with the SBTA and NADRA, aims to provide timely diagnosis, prevention, and awareness about Thalassemia among the public. The screening desk will offer Thalassemia testing facilities for pre-marital and general health check-ups, enabling early detection and proper guidance for potential patients. It will also provide information on the causes, transmission, and prevention of Thalassemia, helping to reduce the prevalence of the disease in society.
Express Tribune
27-01-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
Illegal blood bank in Saddar area sealed
KARACHI: The Sindh Blood Transfusion Authority has sealed the Day and Night Thalassemia Haemophilia Care Centre in Saddar area for its involvement in illegal activities. The centre was providing blood to patients without legal permission, putting the lives of citizens at risk. Fake donor identification numbers were being used on blood bags with fake signatures from a foreign institution. The centre's temporary permit had expired in 2022. Blood was being provided to various hospitals, the screening of which was unsafe. A hospital had complained that the centre was involved in forgery of records and misuse of ISBT codes. The SBTA took action on complaints from other institutions, including Indus Hospital. A case was registered on the complaint of SBTA Secretary Dr. Durenaz Jamal. The illegal blood bank also had a guest house, while a cancer patient was given unsafe blood, which is tantamount to putting her life in danger. The centre employee also tried to threaten SBTA employees during the operation. According to Dr Durenaz, there is a risk of spreading diseases like Hepatitis B, C, HIV, malaria and syphilis through unsafe blood screening.
