DKMS India, CMC Ludhiana and Punjab Government Expand Access to Transplant Care for Thalassemia Patients
DKMS Foundation India
has partnered with Christian Medical College (CMC) Ludhiana and the Government of Punjab to improve access to
affordable transplant care
for children with thalassemia in the state.
According to the foundation, it aims to address the gaps in finance and logistics during
Blood Stem cell transplantation
faced by the families.
The foundation states that it will support free high-resolution Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) typing for eligible thalassemia patients and their immediate family members (siblings and parents)—first step in identifying a suitable donor for a stem cell transplant.
It is indicated that the program will prioritise outreach in remote and underserved areas, with an emphasis on increasing awareness of the DKMS Thalassemia Program.
The renewed partnership is expected to benefit an additional 150–160 patients, expanding access to curative care.
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