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When is World Thalassemia Day?

World Thalassemia Day

About World Thalassemia Day

When is World Thalassemia Day?

May 8 is celebrated and observed as World Thalassemia Day. The day is celebrated to spread awareness about Thalassemia as a disorder and to educate individuals to help in spreading the curb.

The day also honours the life of individuals who are living with Thalassemia while also dealing with the social stigma attached, while also honouring the efforts of doctors and medical professionals to help the patients and bring advancements. Thalassemia Day also aims to debunk myths related to this disorder and aims to help the patients lead a normal life.
 
What is Thalassemia?
 
Thalassemia is a blood disorder inherited by children
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