Who we are
The Chronic Care Center is a medico-social institution, specialized in the treatment and follow-up of childhood chronic diseases: Thalassemia and Type I Diabetes.
Know The Signs
My baby is very pale and has no energy to play. He does not seem to be growing well even though he eats well. I am worried How can I know if he has thalassemia?
How can I know if he has thalassemia?
You consult your child's pediatrician. He will ask for a complete blood count to rule out anemia
LEGAL STATUS
The Chronic Care Center has been officially founded by Mrs. Mouna Elias Haraoui,
on January 22, 1993 by ministerial decree number: 18/ADThis institution acquired
its non-governmental and non-profit making organization status on June 17, 1994
according to law number: 5341
Miss Lina Moukheiber
Masters in Public Health, University of Tennessee, USA.
Director of Development, Saint George Hospital University Medical Center (2001 - current).
World Council of Churches, Geneva (2004 - 2005).
Middle East Council of Churches, Lebanon (1991 - 2001).
Health Education Consultant, World Health Organization, Lebanon (1999-2000).
Instructor, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Balamand (1998-1999).
Instructor, Faculty of Health Sciences, American University of Beirut (1992 -1999).
Health Program Coordinator, American Friends Service Committee, USA (1991 - 1993).
Public Health Consultant at the Chronic Care Center, Thalassemia Prevention Program (1993 - 1999).
Author of "Training of Trainers module on Thalassemia" & "Training of Trainers module on Diabetes"
Member of the Chronic Care Center Association (2004-current).