India, May 8 -- Every year, World Thalassemia Day reminds us that thalassemia is not just a medical condition. It is also a social, emotional, and public health challenge that affects thousands of families across India. Despite major advances in treatment and genetic testing, stigma and lack of awareness continue to delay diagnosis, prevent timely screening, and create unnecessary fear around genetic disorders.

Dr Shrinidhi Nathany, Consultant, Molecular Haematology and Oncology, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram shares how awareness around Thalassemia is important to break stigma around genetic disorders.

Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder in which the body is unable to produce normal hemoglobin effectively. Children...