Healthcare
Combating non-communicable diseases / Stringent tobacco control a crying need
Speakers comprising health experts and physicians yesterday called for stringent control on use of tobacco products in order to combat the alarming rise of non-communicable diseases.
World leaders commit to decisive action on AMR
Globl leaders have approved a political declaration at the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), committing to targets including a 10% reduction in the estimated 4.95 million deaths associated with bacterial AMR by 2030.
Navigating the postpartum journey
The postpartum period, often considered the first six weeks after childbirth, is a transformative time filled with physical and emotional changes as new mothers adjust to life with their newborns. While this period can feel overwhelming, it is important to recognise that every woman’s experience
Does my medical condition affect my anger?
Experiencing anger is a natural part of being human, but frequent and intense outbursts can harm both your health and relationships. Understanding the possible underlying medical reasons for your anger can help you address the issue effectively. .Dementia and anger .Various forms of
Unlocking the Sun’s potential: How daylight influences physical activity and mood in depression
Seasonal changes can significantly impact mood, especially for individuals with mood disorders like major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder. Many people notice their symptoms worsen during darker, shorter days, but the precise reasons for this have long been unclear.
World Rabies Day: A call to action
Every year on September 28, the world observes World Rabies Day, a vital occasion aimed at raising awareness about the prevention of rabies and highlighting progress in combating this deadly disease.
Untreated hypertension increases dementia risk
Dementia is one of the most feared outcomes of ageing, affecting millions of individuals and their families worldwide. While genetics and age play significant roles, other modifiable risk factors have garnered attention, particularly hypertension. For years, researchers have explored the complex relationship between high blood pressure and cognitive decline, increasingly recognising hypertension as a major contributor to dementia risk.
More than 39 million deaths from antibiotic-resistant infections estimated between now and 2050, suggests first global analysis
More than 39 million deaths from antibiotic-resistant infections could occur by 2050, according to the first global analysis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) trends.
Govt Hospitals: 51 begin serving outpatients after working hours
A total of 51 public hospitals have started serving outpatients after regular working hours in exchange for fees, read a press release.
Tangail general hospital: Lone X-ray machine inoperative for 5yrs
The only digital X-ray machine at 250-bed Tangail General Hospital has been lying inoperative for over five years, depriving patients of its service.
Early pregnancy linked to low income
Pregnancy before the age of 18 is prevalent among those with low per capita household income, revealed a survey.
Climate change leads to rise in kidney patients
The risk of developing kidney disease is increasing globally due to the detrimental effects of rising temperatures caused by climate change, said experts yesterday.
Good news for Netrakona haor patients
The 31-bed Khaliajuri Upazila Health Complex, located in a haor (back-swamp) area of Netrakona, has been providing treatment to hundreds of people since 1996. However, due to the lack of workforce, X-ray and pathology tests had been unavailable at the facility.
Services at Khulna hospitals hampered as doctors on 24hr work abstention
The doctors at outpatient departments of the government and private hospitals went on work abstention from 6:00am
Public Hospitals: Decision on pvt practice guidelines still pending
The committee, tasked to set the guidelines for the private practice initiative at public hospitals for three hours, ended its third meeting yesterday without finalising the procedure.
Neonatal Danger Signs: Are new mothers aware enough?
Although new motherhood is a time of joy and excitement, it can be overwhelming too, especially for mothers who are not equipped with the knowledge needed to identify the signs of life-threatening diseases in their neonates.
People with leprosy left out of economic growth
The condition of persons with leprosy in Bangladesh indicates that the country’s outstanding economic growth is not reaching the entire population, UN expert Alice Cruz said yesterday
A ray of hope for kidney patients
Md Shahajahan, a 23-year-old resident of Begumganj upazila in Noakhali, was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease in 2017. Following a thorough examination, doctors advised him to start dialysis treatment.