Tag: Hypertension

Hypertension-related heart disease is one of the leading causes of premature deaths in Bangladesh and around the world. The growing risk of hypertension and heart disease, particularly among young people, is deeply alarming. However, budgetary allocation for addressing these issues remains very low. Under these circumstances, allocating a significant portion of the increased health budget to hypertension control could substantially reduce premature deaths from heart disease. Speakers shared these insights today (28 September, 2026) at a webinar titled "Health Budget to Address Hypertension and Heart Disease Risk Among Young People: Bangladesh Perspective," organized by research and advocacy organization PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress), with support from the Global Health Advocacy Incubato...

The prevalence of hypertension and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among Bangladesh's young population is increasing at an alarming rate. Effective programs and sustainable financing are urgently needed to address this growing crisis. Speakers highlighted this critical concern today (11 August) at a webinar titled "Hypertension Risk Among Youth and the Way Forward: Bangladesh Perspective," organized by research and advocacy organization PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress) to mark International Youth Day 2026. Supported by the Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI), the event was co-organized by youth networks, including Bangladesh Medical Students' Society, Platform Doctors Foundation, It's Humanity Foundation, and Give Bangladesh. Tomorrow, 12 August, the day will be observed with the...