President Dr Mohamed Muizzu paid a visit to the National Thalassemia Centre on Sunday morning, amid growing public concern over the quality of care provided to patients at the facility.
During the visit, President Muizzu met with patients receiving blood transfusions and listened to their concerns firsthand. He also engaged with parents, medical personnel, and senior officials to understand the operational challenges faced by the Centre. Touring all departments of the facility, the President reviewed conditions and service delivery, reaffirming the government’s commitment to improving healthcare services for thalassemia patients.
In response to the concerns raised, President Muizzu instructed relevant authorities to take immediate corrective measures. He assured patients and their families that resolving the long-standing issues at the Centre is a government priority.
For years, families of thalassemia patients have voiced frustration over service delays, inadequate resources, and poor infrastructure at the Centre. Despite previous promises of reform, significant gaps in care have persisted. The President’s visit signals a renewed focus on addressing these challenges, with several enhancement measures already underway, according to the government.
The administration has vowed to improve patient care, ensure adequate staffing, and upgrade facilities to better support individuals living with thalassemia—a lifelong genetic blood disorder that requires regular treatment and ongoing support.
