Breaking the Cycle: The Need for Awareness on the Ill Effects of Consanguinity in India February 26, 2023 | LSDSS Consanguinity, or marriage between blood relatives such as first cousins, second cousins, or closer relatives, has been a longstanding practice in some regions of India. While it may be culturally acceptable in some regions, it […]
Read More »The prevalence and challenges of Lysosomal Storage Disorders in rural India February 04, 2023 | LSDSS Lysosomal storage disorders (LSDs) are a group of rare genetic diseases that affect the function of lysosomes, which are cellular organelles responsible for breaking down and recycling waste. The accumulation of undegraded material leads to cell damage and death, […]
Read More »The impact of cultural beliefs and practices on the diagnosis and treatment of Lysosomal Storage Disorders in India January 16th, 2023 | LSDSS Lysosomal storage disorders (LSDs) are a group of rare genetic disorders that affect the functioning of lysosomes, the organelles responsible for breaking down and recycling waste materials in cells. These disorders can […]
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