National Heart Foundation Welcomes Directive for 100% Tobacco-Free Health Facilities
The National Heart Foundation of Bangladesh has welcomed the Directorate General of Health Services’ directive to make all public and private hospitals and healthcare facilities 100% tobacco-free, calling it a “significant step” for public health.
In a press release signed today (Thursday, 11 September 2025) by the President of the National Heart Foundation, Professor Dr. Khandakar Abdul Awal Rizvi, it was stated that following a letter from the Foundation on 23 July 2025, the Health Directorate has instructed all hospitals, medical and dental colleges, specialized hospitals, nursing colleges, and other healthcare institutions across the country to implement full tobacco-free environments.
The directive aims to ensure a 100% tobacco and smoke-free environment for doctors, nurses, hea...