World Thalassemia Day has recently been observed on which date of May 2026?

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The correct answer is Option C: 08 May. World Thalassemia Day is observed every year on 8 May to raise awareness about this inherited blood disorder affecting millions globally. The 2026 theme is “Hidden No More: Finding the Undiagnosed. Supporting the Unseen,” focusing on early detection and timely treatment. Thalassemia is a genetic blood disorder caused by defects in alpha or beta globin chain production of haemoglobin. The disease leads to severe anaemia, fatigue, weakness, and delayed physical growth in affected individuals. India has over one lakh patients and around 40 lakh carriers, making it a high-burden country. Globally, about 56,000 pregnancies are affected annually, including nearly 30,000 cases of severe thalassemia major. Thalassemia major treatment includes lifelong blood transfusions along with iron chelation therapy to control iron overload. Bone marrow and stem cell transplantation are advanced treatment options that may offer a potential cure. World Thalassemia Day was established in 1994 by Panos Englezos, founder of the Thalassemia International Federation. The day was created in memory of his son George and to support patients living with the disease.

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World Thalassemia Day has recently been observed on which date of May 2026?

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