SIFC holds important meeting on Thalassemia prevention & awareness

ISLAMABAD, Oct 25 (SABAH): The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) convened an important meeting focused on Thalassemia prevention. The meeting was attended by government and non-government officials from across Pakistan, including representatives from the Ministry of Health.

During the SIFC meeting, the Thalassemia Awareness Organization presented key points aimed at the future prevention of Thalassemia, which was well received by the participants.

The Thalassemia Awareness Organization emphasized that public awareness campaigns must be expanded to effectively combat Thalassemia. They proposed making pre-marriage Thalassemia testing mandatory and urged that comprehensive records of Thalassemia minor and major cases be maintained within NADRA’s data system. Additionally, they recommended launching awareness campaigns in educational institutions and cinemas.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the SIFC considered the recommendations put forth by the Thalassemia Awareness Organization and indicated further actions.