Akbaruddin Owaisi, MLA visits Thalassemia Sickle Cell Society (TSCS) Hyderabad

TSCS thanked Akbaruddin Owaisi for the visit to the society and requested his support towards passing of the special GO making HbA2 test mandatory in Telangana

Hyderabad, 22nd February 2024: Chandrayangutta MLA Akbaruddin Owaisi, has today visited Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Society (TSCS), Shivrampally. Dr. Chandrakant Agarwal, President, Mr Naresh Rathi, Chief Patron, Dr Suman Jain, Secretary & CEO – TSCS, Mr Aleem Baig, Joint Secretary - TSCS along with the working staff were also present at the society. Dr. Akbar's visit aimed to express his support for the organization's efforts in the field of Thalassemia and Sickle Cell disease and to extend his solidarity with the affected individuals and their families.

During his visit, Akbaruddin toured the facilities at the Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Society, where he witnessed first-hand crucial services provided to patients and their families. He also interacted with the doctors, TSCS staff and other working members at the society.

Expressing his admiration for the dedicated work of the Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Society, Akbaruddin Owaisi, MLA - Chandrayangutta emphasized the need for greater awareness and support for patients and their families. He stated, " Looking at the dire need for more awareness towards Thalassemia, I have assured TSCS society that I will put every effort to talk to the Health Ministry and the Govt of Telangana for a special GO to be passed making HbA2 test mandatory all over Telangana. It is our collective responsibility to provide comprehensive care and support to those affected. I commend the Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Society for their unwavering commitment to this cause."

Dr. Chandrakant Agarwal, President - Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Society, expressed his gratitude, "We are honoured to have Abkaruddin visit our society and show his support for the cause. His presence encourages us to continue our efforts in raising awareness about Thalassemia and Sickle Cell disease and continue to provide quality healthcare services, and advocating for the rights of affected individuals."

Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Society has been at the forefront of addressing these challenges by providing vital medical services, organizing awareness campaigns, facilitating support groups, and advocating for policy changes to improve the lives of affected individuals.