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Hemophilia Society Panaji Chapter Observes World Hemophilia Day 2026 With Awareness Programme


The Hemophilia Society Panaji Chapter marked World Hemophilia Day 2026 in Panaji with awareness and patient education sessions focused on early diagnosis, timely treatment and improving the quality of life for persons with bleeding disorders.

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Philanthropist Sushma Khandeparkar Donates Blood Bank Vehicle in Memory of Her Father


Philanthropist Sushma Khandeparkar donated a specialised blood bank vehicle to the Goa Medical College Blood Bank through the Indian Red Cross Society Goa and Rotary Club of Panaji to strengthen blood donation services across Goa.

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Goa Needs Greater Awareness on Organ Donation, Says Gabriel Pereira


Organ donation ambassador Gabriel Pereira highlighted the need for greater awareness, family consent and stronger infrastructure for organ donation during a lecture in Panaji.

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Cardiovascular Diseases Account for 17% of Deaths in Goa: Dr Roque Wiseman Pinto


Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in Goa, accounting for 17 per cent of all mortality in the state, senior pathologist Dr Roque Wiseman Pinto said during a presentation in Panaji.

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Blood Donation Drive Organised at St Francis Xavier Church, Duler


The Social Apostolate Animation Team, along with the Parish Youth Group of St Francis Xavier Church, Duler, organised a blood donation drive on February 8, 2026, encouraging voluntary blood donation and community service.