International Thalassemia Day 2023 Session
In line of Thalassemia International Day 2023, FAiTh (Fight Against Thalassemia) organized a meaningful awareness session for patients and parents on April 30, 2023, in Karachi. The event featured distinguished medical experts, including Endocrinologist Dr. Ayesha Sheikh from Aga Khan Hospital and Hemoglobinopathies specialist Dr. Asim Qidwai from Afzaal Memorial Thalassemia Foundation.
This enlightening session attracted participation from numerous patients and parents hailing from various thalassemia centers and hospitals. To expand our reach, we also conducted a live broadcast on Facebook, garnering significant appreciation from a wide audience. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to these dedicated doctors for generously sharing their time, knowledge, and unwavering support.
Ramadan Drive 2023 @ Burhani Thalassemia Center Karachi
FAiTh (Fight Against Thalassemia) organized its 5th Ramadan Rashan Drive in 2023 on April 17th at the Burhani Thalassemia Center in Karachi.
During the event, we gave patients essential food supplies, biscuits, and thoughtful gifts. We also collected important information from families with thalassemic and non-thalassemic children. This information will help us understand their needs better and improve our work in the future.
We want to express our deep thanks to our generous donors for their strong support.
Ramadan Drive 2023 @ Sindhi Buttra Khairpur Nathan Shah
During a previous visit to Sindhi Buttra Khairpur Nathan Shah, we had pledged to provide essential food supplies to the flood victims.
On April 18, 2023, Alhamdulillah, the FAiTh team honored this commitment by delivering much-needed food rations and relief items to them.
We are deeply grateful to our dedicated donors for their continued support.
During Ramadan 2023, Governor Sindh Kamran Khan Tessori graciously opened the doors of the Governor House to the general public. The Governor organized special iftar and sehri drives, extending invitations to various NGOs, trusts, organizations, as well as schools, colleges, and universities. We are delighted to share that FAiTh (Fight Against Thalassemia) was among the esteemed invitees, and on the 13th of April, we had the honor of joining with our thalassemia patients for a heartwarming iftar.
Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to Governor Sindh for extending this thoughtful invitation. The iftar was truly a memorable occasion for all our patients and their parents, creating lasting moments of togetherness and joy.
On 12th April 2023, traveled to Rashidabad, Tando Allahyar, Sindh with a primary purpose of organizing Ramadan Rashan Drive. Little did we know that this journey would also provide us with a beautiful opportunity to visit the incredible Dar Ul Sukun. It was a day filled with compassion, warmth, and unforgettable experiences. Here’s a glimpse of our inspiring visit!
Imran Nadeem, the administrator of Dar Ul Sukun Rashidabad, warmly welcomed us and gave us a comprehensive tour of the facilities at Dar Ul Sukun Rashidabad. It was truly heartwarming to witness the meticulous care and attention given to all the residents. The cleanliness and organization of the place were impeccable, reflecting the dedication and love with which it is managed.
During our visit, we had the privilege of meeting the incredible children and adults residing at Dar Ul Sukun Rashidabad. Their smiles and warm greetings filled our hearts with joy. We were deeply moved by their resilience and the sense of community fostered within the facility.
It was evident that Dar Ul Sukun Rashidabad not only provided shelter and care but also worked towards the holistic well-being of its residents. From educational programs to recreational activities, the center ensures a nurturing environment where individuals can grow and thrive.
As we interacted with the staff and residents, we learned about some of the pressing needs of Dar Ul Sukun Rashidabad. They expressed their requirement for an ambulance to ensure swift medical assistance for emergencies. Additionally, they requested support in raising funds to sustain their noble cause of providing care and support to those in need.
Let’s come together to make a difference! We urge you to join us in supporting Dar Ul Sukun Rashidabad by contributing towards their ambulance fund and other initiatives. Every little act of kindness counts and can help improve the lives of these amazing individuals.
FAiTh (Fight Against Thalassemia) organized the third Ramadan Rashan Drive of the year 2023 on April 12th in Rashidabad, Tando Allahyar, Sindh.
Patients were provided with essential rashan, biscuits and gifts, while valuable data was collected from the families of thalassemic and non-thalassemic children.
This information will help us better understand their needs and enhance our efforts in the future.
We express deep gratitude to our compassionate donors for their unwavering support in raising awareness about thalassemia.
Ramadan Drive 2023 @ Thalassemia Ward Civil Hospital Hyderabad
The second Ramadan Rashan Drive of the year 2023 was held by FAiTh (Fight Against Thalassemia) on April 8th, 2023, at Civil Hospital also known as Liaquat University Hospital Hyderabad Sindh.
The FAiTh team distributed rashan and biscuits to the patients and also collected important data from the families of both thalassemic and non-thalassemic children to better understand their needs and improve our efforts in the future.
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our compassionate donors for their unwavering support towards our noble cause of raising awareness about thalassemia.
Ramadan Drive 2023 @ Thalassemia Ward Civil Hospital Thatta Makli
On March 29, 2023, FAiTh (Fight Against Thalassemia) organized its first Ramadan Rashan Drive of the year at Civil Hospital Thatta in Sindh, where they distributed rashan and biscuits to thalassemia patients.
We express our gratitude to our kind-hearted donors for their unwavering support for our thalassemia cause.
On 22nd January 2023, we hosted a bun kabab party for FAiTh members on Burns Road Karachi, as well as a cake ceremony to welcome 2023. It was a fantastic opportunity to meet, greet, and sit with fellows.
Fellows arrived with siblings and family members and had a great time.
InshaAllah, we will have more events like this throughout the year.
Requests for three LED TVs for the Thalassemia Ward at Liaquat Medical Hospital Hyderabad were received by FAiTh Fight Against Thalassemia on November 7th, 2022. Alhamdulillah, we obliged with the request and installed three TVs at the ward on December 8, 2022, one month later.
According to sources, patients get bored while waiting for their blood and blood transfusions, thus this would be a very kind gift from the FAiTh family for them.
Along with team members, Mr. & Mrs. Zubair Kothari, Mrs. Ismat & her family, and others, President FAiTh Ayesha Mehmood celebrated her birthday in the ward and gave out biscuits, gifts, and goodie bags to thalassemia patients.
Alhamdulillah, FAiTh has provided air conditioners, blood bags, blood bank equipment, and infusion pumps to different thalassemia centers of Pakistan
We are really thankful to our donors for their kind support & donation.
