IndiaA multi-state study found that specialized prenatal diagnostic services for thalassemia and sickle cell disease can be effectively provided through district hospitals and referral networks, making advanced care more accessible to rural and semi-urban populations in India. The program, involving over 2.18 lakh pregnant women across several states, helped prevent 286 births affected by severe hemoglobin disorders by using local healthcare infrastructure.
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