BBMJ Open3/1/2026

Haemoglobinopathies and health disparities: findings of a large-scale sample survey among indigenous populations in Odisha, India

This study highlights the substantial burden of haemoglobinopathies and significant health disparities among the Indigenous populations of Odisha. Expanding screening initiatives, enhancing health education and integrating haemoglobinopathy management into primary healthcare services are crucial for reducing disease burden and improving survival outcomes.