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03/02/2026

After 50 Years, Scientists Discover a New Blood Group That Changes Transfusion Medicine

fter over five decades of mystery, a team of scientists from the UK and Israel have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of hematology. In their study

03/02/2026

A study in the Indian Journal of Hematology and Blood Transfusion found that a higher cumulative red blood cell transfusion burden was associated with shorter overall survival among patients with myelodysplastic syndromes. The study was based on data for 86 patients. Median overall survival was 1,240 days for patients in the low transfusion burden group and 410 days for those in the high transfusion burden group.
Higher Transfusion Burden Predicts Shorter Survival in MDS

Baseline hemoglobin at diagnosis and patient age independently predict transfusion density, whereas other hematologic factors do not.

02/02/2026

Maha tightens blood bank rules

Makes component blood banks compulsory, shifts focus to safety, efficiency and accountable blood services

26/01/2026

16/01/2026

TPAG launches position paper on blood safety

The Thalassemia Patients Advocacy Group (TPAG) formally announced the launch of its comprehensive position paper titled “Ensuring Safe Blood for All: Strengthening Blood Safety Practices,” following a high-level strategic dialogue convened in New Delhi. The position paper has been developed with...

15/01/2026

07/01/2026

Indian Pharmacopoeia 2026 Sets Quality Standards For Blood Components In Transfusion Medicine For the First Time

India has introduced uniform pharmacopoeial standards for blood components used in transfusions for the first time, marking a significant step to strengthen pat

18/12/2025

Patients with acute heavy menstrual bleeding may require red blood cell transfusions and had higher treatment costs, according to a study in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynecology & Women's Health. The UK study was based on data for 1,300 patients who were admitted for heavy menstrual bleeding and received at least one unit of red blood cells. The study group received an average of 2.2 units per admission.
High costs and transfusions linked to acute heavy menstrual bleeding

A study shows acute heavy menstrual bleeding frequently requires transfusion and carries significant treatment costs.