Opinion Archives - Page 2 of 3

Sep102023 by TS ReportNo Comments

Nourishing Women: The Imperative of Menstrual Nutrition

Raisa Mehzabeen Menstruation is a natural and vital aspect of a woman's reproductive health, yet it remains a topic shrouded in silence and stigma in many parts of the world. One critical dimension of menstrual health that often goes overlooked is menstrual nutrition. The food we consume plays a pivotal role in not only maintaining overall well-being but also in ensuring a smooth and healthy menstrual cycle. In this editorial, we shed light on the significance of menstrual nutrition and call for a more open, informed, and supportive approach to this crucial aspect of women's health. The Menstrual Cycle and Nutritional Needs: The menstrual cycle is a complex interplay of hormonal changes that prepares the body for potential pregnancy. During this cycle, the body undergoes various p...

Aug282023 by TS ReportNo Comments

The Rise of Nutraceuticals: Balancing Hype and Scientific Evidence

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Raisa Mehzabeen In recent years, the health and wellness industry has witnessed a surge in interest and consumption of nutraceuticals – a term coined from "nutrition" and "pharmaceutical." These products, often marketed as dietary supplements or functional foods, claim to provide various health benefits beyond basic nutrition. While the potential for improved health outcomes is enticing, it's essential to examine the underlying science and navigate through the marketing hype that sometimes surrounds these products. Nutraceuticals encompass a wide range of products, from vitamins, minerals, and herbal extracts to probiotics and specialized dietary supplements. They promise benefits such as enhanced immunity, improved cognitive function, better joint health, and more. The allure of...

Jun132023 by TS ReportNo Comments

Ongoing cholera pandemic shows need to go back to basics for healthier today and safer tomorrow

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Amanda McClelland & Dr. Tom Frieden A pandemic emerges. It spreads around the world, claims lives and devastates economies for decades. Climate change makes it even deadlier. It infects hundreds of millions of people and kills millions, especially in areas with limited resources. Is this a future scenario? A tabletop exercise? No. It’s cholera today, a pandemic that has been circulating around the world for more than 60 years. The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the urgent need to strengthen our protection against microbial threats. We can end the cholera pandemic as well as others currently circulating and, in doing so, make the world healthier and safer. Measures to prepare for the next pandemic are essential, but controlling the many deadly diseases spreading today is the bes...

May212023 by TS ReportNo Comments

Bank accounts without maintenance fees and charges

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Dinu Pramanik Generally, service charges and government fees are to be paid at fixed rates annually and semi-annually for opening and maintaining bank accounts. But some banks’ accounts have no operating expenses at all. It is no longer a new thing for bank deposit customers to be able for opening and operating bank accounts without incurring operating charges or expenses. Bangladesh Bank is introducing no-frills accounts to open and operate bank accounts without incurring costs. As per FID Circular Letter No. 01/2022, March 27, 2022, of Bangladesh Bank framed for opening and operating no-frills accounts of Tk.10/50/100 account holders of marginal/landless farmers, low-income professionals, school banking account holders, small traders and freedom fighters accounts are no service...

Apr72023 by TS ReportNo Comments

Need effective Youth Friendly Health Services corner for Adolescents

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Md. Ishaque Faruquee Today is world health day. We are celebrating this day with the theme `Health for all.’ A very attractive and enthusiastic message for all people. This year world health organization is also celebrating their 75th birthday. Happy birthday WHO! Earlier World Health Organization (WHO) mentioned that, 30% of the global population is not able to access essential health services. In Bangladesh, we are suffering a lot. Adolescents are more vulnerable these days. We can say that, Health is Wealth, a good book to read but not for memorize. On Sexual & Reproductive Health issue, Proper healthcare services from health corners are golden bear somewhere. Who knows that how many days can be waited by the girls and women. Sustainable Development Goal indicated that By 2...

Feb192023 by TS ReportNo Comments

Banking Diploma- Pros and Cons

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Dinu Pramanik A banking diploma is a new requirement for bank officer advancement. According to the circular of Bangladesh Bank, there are new conditions in the promotion policy of the bank officers. The completion of a banking diploma is now required for the advancement of bank officers. Since the issuance of this policy, various kinds of discussion and criticism have been going on through social media. Those who have already passed say it is good as well as it was required & the reality step taken by Bangladesh Bank. And those who have not been able to pass until now are putting forward different arguments. Even the Bankers' Welfare Association, a bankers' organization, opposes making the banking diploma pass mandatory for banker advancement. Actually, I had no intention of...

Aug212022 by TS ReportNo Comments

Child Education & Age Investment

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Md Abdur Rahim Children need one investment most for receiving proper & smooth education & that is to confirm they're proper ages to start their educational career. Investment of age & love is the best of investments in a child's life for their best growth. I have nursed five of my younger brothers' educational lives though they have grown to face acute poverty. I have taught students for about 16 years from 1987 to 2003 as a tutor. I was a teacher at a college. I have also taught & nursed primary school students in my village Jaigeer under Singair Upazila, Manikganj during my DU student life. So, I have had the opportunity to know why students don't grow themselves. Why do most of them leave their study lives in the early or middle paths of their study lives? This i...

Aug82022 by TS ReportNo Comments

Bangamata sacrificed her whole life for Bangabandhu & Bengali Nation

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Aleem Haider “There is no objection that you [Sheikh Mujib] are staying in jail, but please take care of your health. I am feeling upset to see your condition.” That was such message from Bangamata Fazilatunnesa for the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman who spent around 13 years of his life in jail for the liberation of the Bengali nation. Bangabandhu was struggling to liberate his people on one side, and there was a lady with great heart and boldness to not only support him from behind but also endured all disasters alone to survive her family members. Yes, she was none but Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib. She lost her father at the age of three and was married off to Sheikh Mujib, who was just 13 then. Later, Fazilatunnesa, also known as Renu, became the best fri...

Jul302022 by TS ReportNo Comments

The accident rate in air transport is very low compared to other forms of transport

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Md. Kamrul Islam Air transportation is considered to be the safest mode of transportation in the world. About two-thirds of all aircraft in the air around the world is always in the sky. And every aircraft operates using the ICAO code or the code given by IATA. All aircraft around the world are connected to some air traffic control tower while in motion. Whenever an aircraft deviates from a control tower or loses contact, the aircraft crashes. The accident rate in air transport is very low compared to other forms of transport. Still, air traffic control authorities are always concerned about ensuring the safety of air travel and air passengers. After every accident, the cause is investigated by senior experts. ICAO incorporates the policy as a new safety guideline for all airline...

Dec102021 by TS ReportNo Comments

Sharing Lives through Digital connectivity

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Abdul Wahed Saif Digital transformation has been one of the buzzwords of the past few decades that comes with an array of futuristic offerings, subject to uses and interpretation. It has now become an integral chapter in the process of how we have evolved as a superior social entity, enhancing the modalities of our communication and connectivity through the manifold tools in the digital ecosystem. Social media, for instance, has seen its colors massively transform over the period of time, as industry leaders like Facebook opted to restructure into ‘Meta’, addressing the forthcoming trends of interconnectivity among all digital communication channels. Instant messaging platforms like IMO and others are also consistently opting for innovation because it is perhaps the only way to...