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4 die of dengue in 24 hours, 888 hospitalised
At least four dengue patients died in the last 24 hours while 888 patients were hospitalised till this morning
Chattogram city: Multidrug-resistant organisms found in drinking water
A recent study has confirmed the presence of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDRO) in the drinking water at various restaurants, tea stalls, food carts, and diagnostic centres across Chattogram city, posing serious public health concerns.
Achieving remission in type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes remission refers to a state where blood sugar levels return to normal or prediabetic levels without the need for diabetes medications, especially insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents. It is important to note that remission does not mean a cure; rather, it indicates effective management of the condition to the point where glucose levels remain in a healthy range for an extended period.
Global trends in cardiovascular disease: rising burden in transitioning regions
Cardiovascular disease remains a leading global cause of death and disability, with ischemic heart disease and stroke accounting for 16% and 11% of total deaths in 2019, respectively. While global incidence rates for these conditions have generally declined over the past three decades, certain regions are experiencing increases, according to a study in PLOS Global Public Health led by Wanghong Xu of Fudan University.
What you should know about uterine fibroids
Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths in or on the uterus, common in women and individuals assigned female at birth. By age 50, up to 80% will develop fibroids, though many may not notice symptoms.
World AMR Awareness Week / Educate. Advocate. Act now
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites no longer respond to antimicrobial agents. As a result of drug resistance, antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents become ineffective, and infections become difficult or impossible to treat, increasing the risk of disease spread, severe illness, and death.
Sudden cardiac arrest: The hidden threat to healthy young lives
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) occurs when the heart abruptly stops functioning, leading to haemodynamic collapse and sudden death. It can manifest within an hour of symptom onset in witnessed cases or within 24 hours in unwitnessed cases. In autopsy findings, it is described as a natural, unexpected death due to cardiac or unknown causes.
A global push for cervical cancer elimination
As the world unites for the “Day of Action for Cervical Cancer Elimination,” efforts are in full swing to spotlight the importance of prevention and treatment.
Five more die of dengue; 1,034 hospitalised
At least 5 more people died of dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am today as the country grapples with an outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease...Of the 5 deaths, two deaths each reported in Dhaka and Khulna divisions . One death has been reported in Barishal...At least 1
Support for all breastfeeding moms
World Breastfeeding Week, celebrated in the first week of August, is supported by WHO, UNICEF, and numerous health ministries and civil society partners. The theme for 2024 is “Closing the Gap: Breastfeeding Support for All.”
It is time for action
World Hepatitis Day, observed on 28 July, raises awareness of viral hepatitis, an inflammation of the liver that causes severe liver disease and cancer.
Early action can prevent nearly half of dementia cases
A groundbreaking report from the 2024 Lancet Commission reveals that nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by addressing 14 modifiable risk factors throughout life, starting in childhood.
How climate events influence disease outbreaks
New research suggests that an El Niño event may have aided the establishment and spread of a novel cholera strain during an early 20th-century pandemic, supporting the idea that climate anomalies could create opportunities for the emergence of new cholera strains.
The consequences of untreated mitral regurgitation
Mitral regurgitation (MR) is a condition where the mitral valve in the heart does not close properly, allowing blood to flow backward into the left atrium when the left ventricle contracts.
A closer look: Understanding antidepressant discontinuation symptoms
Clinicians prescribing antidepressants often face the challenge of managing symptoms that patients experience when stopping these medications.
Recognising heart attack symptoms in women
Heart attacks can present differently in women compared to men, leading to potential misdiagnoses and delays in treatment. Understanding these differences is crucial for timely intervention and better outcomes.
Physiotherapy approaches for functional neurologic disorders
Functional neurologic disorders (FNDs), previously known as conversion or psychogenic disorders, are characterised by neurological symptoms that lack an obvious physical cause on standard diagnostic tests.
Occupational therapy for Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a very common disorder in our country. According to the latest World Health Organisation (WHO) data published in 2020, Parkinson’s disease deaths in Bangladesh reached 3,782 or 0.53% of total deaths. In Bangladesh, death rank is 125 among the world.
Three successful TAVR performed in one day at United Hospital
At United Hospital in the capital, three patients underwent successful artificial aortic valve replacement without cardiac surgery on the same day, which is a breakthrough in heart disease treatment in Bangladesh, says a press release.