Turbat: Students from the University of Turbat visited the Kech Thalassemia Care Center (KTCC) as part of an academic and community engagement activity aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of thalassemia prevention and care. The visit, supervised by Dr. Haneef Ur Rehman, Dean Faculty of Science, Engineering and IT, and Dr. Jahangir, Head of the Department of Natural and Basic Sciences, included discussions on potential collaborations between the university and the care center.

According to a press release from the University of Turbat, Dr. Haneef Ur Rehman and KTCC Director Irshid Arif deliberated on developing joint scientific and policy-based research initiatives to prevent and control thalassemia. A significant proposal discussed during the visit was the introduction of a thalassemia screening test policy for university admissions, which would require prospective students to undergo screening for thalassemia minor. This initiative is seen as a step toward early detection and prevention of the disease in the region.

Both institutions emphasized the role of student involvement in related volunteer activities. The university spokesperson encouraged students to engage in blood donation drives, fundraising campaigns, and awareness programs. The University of Turbat, under Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Gul Hasan, is committed to leveraging its resources to enhance educational quality and foster community engagement.