First to undergo free bone marrow transplant departs
11 months ago
The first child to undergo state-funded bone marrow transplant has departed overseas on Thursday, states the President’s Office.
Speaking at a press conference, Mohamed Firuzul Abdul Khaleel, the Undersecretary for Public Policy at the President’s Office, said efforts were already underway to send one more patient abroad for bone marrow at the expense of the state.
“Presently, there are 40 children seeking