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Hans India
09-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
MS Education Academy honoured for supporting Thalassemia-afflicted kids
Hyderabad: In a special ceremony held in Hyderabad, the Thalassemia Sickle Cell Society (TSCS) honoured MS Education Academy for its exemplary contribution towards the education and empowerment of children suffering from Thalassemia. Founder and Chairman of MS Education Academy, Mohammed Lateef Khan, along with Managing Directors Anwar Ahmed and Dr Moazzam Hussain, were felicitated for their continuous and generous support towards this noble cause. Recognising the financial hardships faced by families of Thalassemia-affected children, MS Education Academy has opened admissions free of cost in its institutions—MS Creative School, MS Junior College, and MS Degree College—for such students. So far, hundreds of children have benefited from this initiative and are receiving quality education without any financial burden. In addition to education, MS Education Academy regularly organises Blood Donation Camps to support Thalassemia patients, encouraging its staff and faculty to voluntarily donate blood. In appreciation of these humanitarian efforts, TSCS honoured the leadership of MS Education Academy with commemorative mementos. The event was graced by Chandrakant Agarwal (President, TSCS India), Ratnavali Kotapalli (Vice President), Dr Suman Jain (Secretary & CEO), M A Aleem Baig (Joint Secretary), Mohammad Ameen (Executive Member), and well-known social media influencer Abu Aimal. A special citation was also presented during the ceremony, acknowledging the Academy's contribution: 'TSCS appreciates your unwavering support and generous contribution towards the education and empowerment of students affected by Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anaemia.' Thalassemia-affected students and their parents also attended the event and expressed heartfelt gratitude to MS Education Academy, praising the institution for providing their children with the opportunity to pursue education with dignity and respect—a gesture they described as truly admirable.
The Hindu
23-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
TSCS, Fernandez Hospital team up for prenatal testing
The Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Society (TSCS) has partnered with Fernandez Hospital to launch prenatal diagnostic testing for couples identified as carriers of Thalassemia or Sickle Cell Anaemia. The testing will be offered at the Prenatal Diagnostic Centre at Kamala Hospital and Research Centre, a unit of TSCS in Hyderabad. This initiative is part of TSCS's broader goal to eliminate births of children with Thalassemia Major and Sickle Cell Anaemia by 2035. The society's ongoing antenatal screening programme identifies carrier couples early in pregnancy. If both partners are carriers, there is a 25% risk in each pregnancy that their child will be affected. The new facility will allow for early prenatal diagnostic testing in such cases, enabling timely decisions for at-risk families, said a release.
Hans India
14-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
TSCS organises CME for awareness on genetic blood disorders
Hyderabad: The Thalassemia & Sickle Cell Society (TSCS) has on Tuesday conducted a Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme aimed at training nurses and laboratory technicians on the latest developments in the diagnosis, management, and prevention of Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anemia. The event was graced by Chief Guest Dr Banoth Sathyavathi, MD (Anesthesia), Deputy DM&HO, Keesara Division, Malkajgiri district. In her address, she emphasised the importance of empowering nurses and lab technicians with knowledge about blood disorders and encouraged them to actively participate in TSCS's prevention strategies. The CME featured a panel discussion on 'Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anemia – Diagnosis and Management', led by Dr Suman Jain, Chief Medical Officer, Secretary, TSCS, Ratnavalli Kotapalli, Vice President, TSCS and Dr K Saroja, Medical Officer, TSCS. The discussion covered clinical challenges and case-based scenarios in identifying and managing patients with hemoglobinopathies.
Hans India
09-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
We focus on preventing Thalassemia through education: TSCS
Hyderabad: Thalassemia & Sickle Cell Society (TSCS) celebrated World Thalassemia Day on Thursday by meeting Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma and requesting his support towards the eradication of Thalassemia in Telangana. Aligned with the Thalassemia International Federation's 2025 global theme, 'Together for Thalassemia: Uniting Communities, Prioritising Patients,' the event highlighted the importance of community involvement and patient-centric strategies in combating Thalassemia. The day began with an awareness walk that witnessed enthusiastic participation from patients, caregivers, and volunteers. This was followed by cultural performances showcasing the talents of Thalassemia patients, creating an atmosphere of joy and unity. Dr Chandrakant Agarwal, president, TSCS, emphasised the society's commitment to improving the lives of those affected by Thalassemia. 'Our focus remains on empowering patients and advocating for better prevention and treatment strategies through education, collaboration, and community engagement,' he stated.
