Thalassemia is a genetic disorder that affects the production of hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the body's tissues. Here are some key facts about thalassemia: Types of Thalassemia 1. *Alpha-Thalassemia*: Occurs when one or more of the four genes that code for alpha-globin are mutated or deleted. 2. *Beta-Thalassemia*: Occurs when one or both of the two genes that code for beta-globin are mutated. Symptoms 1. *Anemia*: Low red blood cell count or hemoglobin level. 2. *Fatigue*: Feeling tired or weak. 3. *Shortness of breath*: Difficulty breathing. 4. *Pale skin*: Skin appears pale or washed out. 5. *Yellowish skin and eyes*: Jaundice due to high bilirubin levels. Treatment 1. *Blood transfusions*: Regular transfusions to increase red blood cell count. 2. *Iron chelation therapy*: Medications to remove excess iron from the body. 3. *Bone marrow transplantation*: Replaces damaged bone marrow with healthy marrow. 4. *Gene therapy*: Experimental treatment that aims to correct genetic defects. Prevention 1. *Genetic counseling*: For couples who are carriers of thalassemia genes. 2. *Prenatal testing*: To diagnose thalassemia in unborn babies. RCPP in collaboration with Bharati vidyapih medical college arranged a lecture by DR NITA MUNSHI on Thalesemia for the students in Bharati Biotechnology college . abour 100 students were tested for hte thalesemia test