
Project Details
NDML has been extensively working for the cause of Thalassemia by providing comprehensive care to patients who belong to marginalized communities. NDML’s intervention include provision of bed-side Leukocyte Filters and yearly DXA Scan and Cardiac & Liver T2* MRI investigations to underprivileged Thalassemia patients. In order to improve quality of life of Thalassemia major patients and ensure appropriate disease management, there is a dire need of regular interventions such as filters, oral supplements, iron chelation therapy, period investigations, etc. NDML has been supporting Thalassemia major patients by ensuring that some of these crucial interventions are timely available for patients. The use of bed-side Leukocyte Filters helps in reducing Febrile Reaction and thereby decreases allergic reactions during blood transfusions. While DXA Scan and Cardiac & Liver T2* MRI tests help to diagnose life threatening risks of iron overload on critical organs which may cause damage to body parts like the heart, liver, pituitary and pancreas during blood transfusions. In current FY, NDML to benefit around 175+ Thalassemia patients who belong to poor socio-economic background from Mumbai and suburban areas and adjacent districts like Thane, Palghar, Raigad, etc.
Project Objective
To support underprivileged Thalassemia patients through preventive, diagnostic and curative measures by providing the essential medical tools and diagnostic services.
Project Beneficiaries
Underprivileged Thalassemia Patients from MCGM’s LTMGH (Sion Hospital), Mumbai.