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Sep292024 by No Comments

Hypertension control imperative to reduce heart disease risk

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death globally, with hypertension being one of the major contributing factors. Heart disease is responsible for 34% of all deaths in Bangladesh, a large number of which is preventable. Availability of anti-hypertensive medicine at the grassroots level can reduce the risk of heart disease to a great extent. On the occasion of World Heart Day 2024, public health experts and heart specialists highlighted these issues at a webinar titled "Hypertension and Cardiovascular Disease Risk", organized by research and advocacy organization PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress) with support from Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI) on Sunday, September 29. This year's theme for the day is "Use Heart for Action." It was informed at the webinar that one ...

Sep272024 by No Comments

How to Overcome Stress with Food and Eating Habits

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Raisa Mehzabeen In today's fast-paced world, stress has become a silent but prevalent enemy, creeping into our daily lives and impacting our mental and physical well-being. It manifests in various forms, from chronic fatigue to anxiety, leaving a lasting impression on our bodies. What's less commonly discussed, though, is how stress affects our health through our eating habits—and how what we eat can be a powerful tool to counter it. The Stress-Health Connection Stress triggers the release of cortisol, a hormone that is essential for survival but damaging when produced in excess. Elevated cortisol levels can lead to weight gain, high blood pressure, weakened immunity, and a host of other health problems. Furthermore, stress can distort our appetite—some people overeat, seeking com...

Sep242024 by No Comments

Availability of medicine crucial at grassroots level to tackle hypertension- Speakers at journalists’ workshop

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A significant portion of the population in Bangladesh is suffering from hypertension, a silent killer. While the provision of free medicine has already commenced to combat the prevalence of hypertension, ensuring its availability in all healthcare facilities at the grassroots level is essential to effectively control hypertension-related non-communicable diseases and deaths. At the same time, sustainable funding is required for an uninterrupted supply of the medicine. Such recommendations were highlighted at a workshop for journalists titled "Hypertension Control in Bangladesh: Progress and Way Forward" held at the capital's BMA Bhaban on Monday, September 23. The workshop was organized by research and advocacy organization PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress) with support from Global Health Ad...

Sep142024 by No Comments

Hypervitaminosis in Bangladesh: Rising Health Risks Amid Urban Supplement Overuse and Regulatory Gaps

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Raisa Mehzabeen Hypervitaminosis refers to the condition caused by excessive intake of vitamins, particularly fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K), which the body stores rather than excretes easily. While malnutrition and vitamin deficiencies have traditionally been the major health concerns in Bangladesh, especially in rural and impoverished areas, hypervitaminosis has emerged as a relatively new issue in more urbanized and affluent populations due to increasing self-medication and overuse of supplements. The Rise of Hypervitaminosis in Bangladesh With Bangladesh experiencing rapid economic growth and urbanization, dietary patterns have shifted. The increasing accessibility to dietary supplements, combined with a lack of proper regulatory oversight, has contributed to the rising...

Aug242024 by No Comments

Sony-Smart provides free healthcare services at Uttara showroom

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Smart Technologies (BD) Limited, the official distributor of Sony in Bangladesh, has launched a three-day free healthcare service program under the theme ‘Let Life Be Secure.’ The initiative was inaugurated today at Sony-Smart’s Uttara showroom. The program offers free healthcare services to the public from 12 PM to 4 PM on Thursday and Saturday and from 3 PM to 6 PM on Friday. The healthcare services include consultations with a medical specialist from a renowned hospital in the country, along with various diagnostic tests such as diabetes screening, blood pressure measurement, ECG, BMI check-ups, body fat level tests, water level tests, visceral fat level tests, protein level tests, muscle level tests, and basal metabolism tests. Mr. Sarwar Jahan Chowdhury, General Manager of Sales...

Jul242024 by No Comments

Availability of anti-hypertensive medicine crucial at Community Clinic

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In order to combat the growing prevalence of hypertension in Bangladesh, the government has taken a decision to provide anti-hypertensive medicine from Community Clinic. While the provision of anti-hypertensive medicine has already commenced from some Community Clinics, it is crucial to ensure its availability in all Community Clinics to effectively control hypertension-related non-communicable diseases and deaths associated with it. At the same time, necessary funding must be ensured for an uninterrupted supply of the medicine. These issues were highlighted at a workshop for journalists titled "Hypertension Control in Bangladesh: Progress and Way Forward" held at the BDS Conference Hall in Barishal metropolis on 18 July 2024. The workshop was organized by research and advocacy organizatio...

Jun112024 by No Comments

Call for ensuring trans-fat-free safe food- Speakers at World Food Safety Day Webinar

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Excessive amount of trans fat in food is increasing the prevalence of heart diseases and various other non-communicable diseases along with the overall fatality risk in Bangladesh. Safe food must be ensured by controlling trans fat levels in food to protect public health. The government has passed the "Controlling Trans-Fatty Acid in Foodstuffs Regulation 2021" to curb the use of trans fats in food. However, not much progress has been noticed in terms of its implementation. Comprehensive implementation of the regulations is required to reduce the risk of trans-fat-induced heart diseases. Speakers highlighted this information at a webinar titled "Implementation of Trans Fatty Acid Control Regulations: Progress and Way Forward", organized by research and advocacy organization PROGGA (Knowled...

Jun42024 by No Comments

Bangladeshi Patients Now Can Avail a Wide Range of Medical Tourism Services in Malaysia at Affordable Rates

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In order to promote medical tourism in Malaysia for Bangladeshi patients, ShareTrip and the Malaysian Health Tourism Council (MHTC) have entered into a strategic partnership for the first time. This partnership will offer Bangladeshi patients a wide range of medical tourism services in Malaysia at affordable rates. This collaboration aims to meet all patient needs, from access to top-notch healthcare facilities and specialized treatments to comprehensive wellness programs. As the leading travel and lifestyle company in Bangladesh, ShareTrip will ensure exceptional customer service and support for patients seeking medical assistance by coordinating appointments, assisting with obtaining medical visas, and providing guidance throughout the patient's journey. The signing ceremony was held ...

May302024 by No Comments

OTT Streaming Platform New Trap to Encourage Smoking

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Dramas, movies, and web series popular among young people are promoting smoking scenes by main characters, encouraging tobacco use among minors. OTT streaming platforms have become a new trap encouraging children and teenagers to smoke, with cigarette companies allegedly involved in this scheme. Tobacco control experts and prominent figures are demanding the elimination of smoking scenes in dramas, movies, and OTT content to build a healthy, drug-free nation. This demand was made by speakers at a press conference organized by 'MANAS' at the National Press Club on Tuesday, May 30, at 11:00 a.m. The press conference was chaired by the founder president of 'MANAS', Heroic Freedom Fighter Professor Dr. Arupratan Choudhury. Other notable speakers included the General Secretary of the National P...

May182024 by No Comments

Harpic Partners with SAJIDA Foundation

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Harpic, a leading household name in Bangladesh recently announced its partnership with SAJIDA Foundation, an NGO dedicated to improving the lives of marginalized communities of Bangladesh. The signing ceremony was held at the Gulshan-1 headquarters of Reckitt Benckiser (Bangladesh) PLC. The objective of the partnership is to address the pressing health and hygiene challenges faced by sanitation workers, who often belong to marginalized communities and endure social exclusion and discrimination. Senior Advisor of SAJIDA Foundation Mr. Md. Fazlul Hoque, Assistant General Manager Mr. Md. Shafiqul Islam & Akib Haider Chowdhury, Popular Actress & Harpic Brand Ambassador Nusrat Imrose Tisha, Account Director of ASIATIC Sahmida Rashid Anika, Group Account Manager Farhan Karim, General Ma...