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Tobacco-free Bangladesh: Science can offer a mid-point between Quit or Die for Smokers

NCDs in Bangladesh: A Growing Public Health Crisis In Bangladesh, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are increasing rapidly and account for approximately 68% of mortality and 64% of disease burden – namely heart attacks, strokes, chronic respiratory disease, cancers & diabetes. Additionally, around 20% of the population suffer from hypertension, 10% from diabetes, and as much as […]

Published 21 Aug, 2023
Protecting Children’s Health in Extreme Weather: Strategies for Pediatricians

Pediatricians’ Role in Protecting Children’s Health in Extreme Weather Bangladesh, a country prone to extreme weather events such as floods, cyclones, and heatwaves and faces significant challenges when it comes to protecting the health and well-being of its vulnerable population, particularly children. As frontline healthcare providers, pediatricians play a crucial role in developing strategies to […]

Published 09 Aug, 2023
Breastfeeding: A Lifelong Investment in Health

The Importance of Breastfeeding in Bangladesh In a world grappling with numerous health challenges, breastfeeding emerges as a simple yet powerful solution that can significantly impact the well-being of individuals and entire communities. As of 2023, Bangladesh stands at a critical juncture where promoting and supporting breastfeeding can foster a healthier, more resilient society. The […]

Published 02 Aug, 2023
Embracing Technological Innovations to Revolutionize Cancer Care in Bangladesh

Overcoming the Challenges of Cancer Care in Bangladesh As a physician on the front lines of cancer care in Bangladesh, I have witnessed the immense challenges faced by patients and healthcare providers in the battle against this formidable disease. I firmly believe that with the power of technology we can overcome these obstacles and usher […]

Published 23 Jul, 2023
Heatwaves and Health: Staying Protected in the Face of Rising Temperatures

2023 Heatwave: A National Crisis In 2023, summer brought on a series of unexpected heatwaves in Bangladesh, affecting people’s general well-being and worsening pre-existing medical conditions to cause widespread suffering and distress throughout the country. Just a few weeks ago, one thought was running through the minds of all Bangladeshis – “How much hotter can […]

Published 17 Jun, 2023
Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM) : A Deadly Brain Tumour

Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM): An aggressive brain cancer Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a type of brain cancer that is characterized by its aggressive nature and poor prognosis. Unfortunately, there is limited information available on the incidence of GBM in Bangladesh. However, it is estimated that the incidence of brain tumors in general is around 2-3 cases […]

Published 07 Jun, 2023
Health Guideline for Heat Wave

During extreme heat it is easy to become dehydrated or for your body to overheat. If this happens, you may develop heat cramps, heat exhaustion or even heatstroke. Extreme heat can also make existing medical conditions worse. To minimize the impact during the heat wave and to prevent serious ailment or death because of heat […]

Published 17 Apr, 2023
Baby Care in Summer: Keep Your Little One Cool and Healthy

How to Take Care of Children in Summer Children and elderly are more likely to get sick than others during winter, summer, or monsoon due to seasonal changes in nature. Thus, the type of care for children should also be changed according to the season. But compared to other seasons, summer becomes quite difficult for […]

Published 22 Mar, 2023
Radiation Therapy: A Powerful Weapon in the Fight Against Cancer

When Is Radiation Therapy Used? One of the most widely used treatment for cancer management in the modern age is radiation therapy. It involves the use of high-energy ionizing radiation, such as X-rays or gamma rays, produced by radioactive materials or radiation generators. Through this radiation, the aim is to target and destroy cancer cells […]

Published 19 Mar, 2023
What Is Stroke?

Strokes are medical emergencies due to interruption of blood supply in the brain. It can be due to blockage of the blood vessels or rupture of it but not from any traumatic cause. Brain has different unique parts for different specific functions. Clinical features are depending on which part of the brain is involved in […]

Published 05 Mar, 2023
Let’s Be Aware of Kidney Disease in Children

World Kidney Day is celebrated on 10th March every year. Every year the activities of the day are organized with different objectives. The theme of this year’s Kidney Day is “Bridge the Knowledge Gap to Better Kidney Care”. Children, especially, need to be more aware about kidney disease, treatment, and care. Kidneys are active while […]

Published 30 Jan, 2023
No More Fear of COVID-19

The Impact of COVID-19 on Our Lives An invisible enemy of only 125 nanometers in size has taken the whole world in its control. Words such as masks, PPEs, hand sanitizers, social Distancing, lockdowns, and quarantine have become incredibly common nowadays. Educational institutions have been closed, while children are becoming narrow-minded by spending too much […]

Published 30 Jan, 2023
COPD: The Silent Killer

An estimated 200 million people have COPD Globally, of which about 3.2 million die each year, making it the third-leading cause of death worldwide. The damage to the airways & lungs caused by COPD is permanent, but treatment can help slow down the progression of the condition. The GOLD international COPD guidelines1, advise spirometry as the gold standard […]

Published 21 Jan, 2023
Sudden cardiac death in dialysis patients and better outcome

Sudden Cardiac Death: A Major Cause of Death in Dialysis Patients Cardiac disease is the major cause of death among dialysis patients. In the United States Renal Data System (USRDS) database, the single, largest, specific cause of death is attributed to arrhythmic mechanisms or sudden cardiac death (SCD). The overall best estimate is that SCD […]

Published 21 Jan, 2023
Paediatric ICU or Paediatric Intensive Care Unit

What is a Pediatric ICU? A Paediatric ICU or Paediatric intensive care unit is a hospital department which is especially made to provide intensive care to children who are critically ill. Although children, in this regard, are categorized as being within 0 to 18 years of age, the maximum age limit for Paediatric ICU patients […]

Published 12 Dec, 2022
Healthy Food to Strengthen Immunity

How to Boost Your Immune System A lot of research has been conducted around the world on how people can stay healthy and increase the strength of immunity in their bodies. According to doctors and nutritionists, if the body’s immune system is not strong, people will easily become weak and vulnerable to the attack of […]

Published 12 Dec, 2022
Awareness is the key to Prevent Suicide

Suicide: A Silent Killer! Suicide…the last act of a depressed, dejected and despondent being, which they choose as a last resort to solve their life’s problems. But is suicide really a solution? Although the body can be freed from worldly pain through suicide, can the soul? The Rise of Suicide Rates in Bangladesh According to […]

Published 27 Aug, 2022
Heart disease or Heart attack: new concern for young people

Heart Disease: A Leading Cause of Death In today’s world, heart disease, cardiac arrest or heart attack is considered to be one of the leading causes of death. At one time, it was thought that only the elderly were at risk of heart attacks. That notion is now deemed irrelevant due to the current situation, […]

Published 27 Aug, 2022
Advanced treatment for Uterine cancer now in Bangladesh

41-year-old Piara Begum, a resident of Bhola. She was suffering from a tumour, situated in her uterus, for 9 years. It was initially small in size, so she did not consider it a major problem; but slowly the tumour started to grow in size, increasing her problems. At one point, her condition worsened and abnormal […]

Published 27 Aug, 2022
Radiotherapy or radiation therapy during breast cancer

Radiotherapy or radiation therapy is the use of high-energy X-rays, protons, or other particles to eliminate cancer cells. Fast-growing cells such as cancer cells are more sensitive to the effects of radiation therapy than normal cells. Breast cancer can be treated through radiation therapy in different ways EBRT — External Beam Radiotherapy or external radiation: […]

Published 27 Aug, 2022
How to Stay Hydrated in the Ongoing Heatwave

The Dangers of Dehydration in Summer The weather in Bangladesh is always hot during the month of April and May. However, this year, the heat is extremely high. Due to the intensity of summer heat, many suffer from dehydration, which is not a good sign for the body. Dry throat, urination problems, tiredness, constipation, weakness, […]

Published 25 Aug, 2022
How to Care for a Premature Child

Published 25 Aug, 2022
Promote Lung Protection and Good Health

The lungs play a major role in managing respiration in all living organisms. The main function of the lungs is to take oxygen from the air into the bloodstream and remove carbon dioxide from the bloodstream into the air. Therefore, it is very necessary to make a specific and structured plan to protect the lungs. […]

Published 25 Aug, 2022
Nephrotic syndrome: a common kidney disease in children

One morning after your child suddenly wakes up, their eyes and face seem swollen. You think they might have overslept, but within a few days, it starts to continuously increase. You then think they might have an allergy, or a problem with their eyes. In the meantime, you also notice that they are urinating only […]

Published 25 Aug, 2022
Modernization in the treatment of cervical cancer

Where Bangladesh is concerned, cervical cancer and its treatment are very important; cervical cancer ranks highest after breast cancer for Bangladeshi women. This cancer is a burden for Bangladesh due to a lack of screening, child marriages, sexually transmitted diseases and low socioeconomic status. However, due to the unprecedented advancement of medical science in this […]

Published 25 Aug, 2022