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The annual programme is aimed at educating students about thalassemia, an inherited blood disorder, and encouraging early diagnosis to help prevent its transmission to future generations. Medical experts at the camp stressed that premarital screening plays a vital role in identifying carriers and significantly reduces the risk of children being born with the disorder.

Kalyan: Reinforcing the importance of preventive healthcare and genetic disease awareness among young adults, the Department of Microbiology at B.K. Birla College, Kalyan, in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Dombivli Diamonds, organised a Thalassemia Awareness and Screening Camp on Tuesday. More than 225 students underwent screening during the day-long initiative.

Experts Highlight Role of Premarital Screening in Prevention

The annual programme is aimed at educating students about thalassemia, an inherited blood disorder, and encouraging early diagnosis to help prevent its transmission to future generations. Medical experts at the camp stressed that premarital screening plays a vital role in identifying carriers and significantly reduces the risk of children being born with the disorder.

The camp was inaugurated by Dr Vandana Dhaktode, Project Chairperson, who attended as the chief guest. Among those present were Dr Maninder Kaur, Vice-Principal of the college, senior pathologist Dr Madhav Baitule, and Dr Rajesh Kadam, who addressed students on the importance of timely screening and awareness.