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UCSF Health Experts Spotlight Advances at Hematology Conference

Hematologists and oncologists from around the world will present new research and clinical findings at the American Society of Hematology’s (ASH) 65th Annual Meeting and Exposition. This year’s meeting will be held in San Diego from Dec. 8-12, 2023.

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Two Daughters, a Rare Blood Disorder and a Fairytale Cure

Two sisters are receiving a breakthrough, FDA-approved treatment for beta thalassemia at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital, Oakland. This is the first real therapy other than monthly transfusions for a devastating disease that destines people to shorter lives.

A small girl of Chinese descent smiles and places her arms behind her head as she stands in front of UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital, Oakland.