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Study: Second-hand smoke linked to nearly 1.7 million global deaths
A new study published in The Lancet estimates that exposure to second-hand smoke resulted in nearly 1.7 million deaths worldwide in 2023.
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Over 130 Doctors Fall Ill in Salmonella Outbreak at Mexico City Hospital
More than 130 doctors fell ill last month after consuming contaminated food at the Eduardo Liceaga Hospital's cafeteria in Mexico City.
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PM Tarique Rahman Orders Intensified Cleanliness Drives Nationwide to Combat Dengue
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed authorities to intensify cleanliness and public awareness campaigns nationwide to contain the spread of dengue.
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Khulna Authorities Step Up Measures to Tackle Dengue Outbreak
Khulna City Corporation (KCC), Khulna Development Authority (KDA), and various organizations are working together to address the rising dengue cases in Khulna.
Mir Helal Advocates Social Resistance to Shield Youth from Drug Menace
State Minister for Land Ministry Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin emphasized the need for a united social resistance to protect the young generation from the devastating effects of drugs.
New Zealand Approves MDMA-Assisted Therapy for PTSD Treatment
New Zealand has become the second country to approve the use of MDMA for treating severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
55 Dengue Patients Admitted to Chattogram Hospitals in Past 24 Hours
A total of 55 dengue patients have been admitted to various hospitals in Chattogram in the past 24 hours, raising concerns over the ongoing dengue outbreak.
Health Minister Sakhawat Husain Conducts Surprise Inspection at Charbhadrasan Upazila Health Complex
Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain conducted an unannounced inspection of the 50-bed Charbhadrasan Upazila Health Complex in Faridpur, focusing on patient care and hospital conditions.
Bangladesh Reports Four Additional Child Deaths from Suspected Measles
The Directorate General of Health Services reports four additional deaths from suspected measles, raising the total to 967 since March.
243 New Dengue Patients Admitted to Hospitals in Khulna Division
Dengue infections continue to rise in Khulna Division, with 243 new patients admitted to hospitals in the past 24 hours.
Patients Applaud Enhanced Care at Khulna Specialized Hospital's Burn and Plastic Surgery Unit
Patients at Khulna Specialized Hospital's Burn and Plastic Surgery Unit express satisfaction with the improved services but call for more specialist doctors.
Minister Asadul Habib Dulu Directs Lalmonirhat District Hospital to Optimize Resource Utilization
Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu has ordered Lalmonirhat District Hospital (LDH) to maximize the use of its existing resources to improve patient care and ensure cleanliness.
US Reports First Measles Deaths of 2026, Highlighting Resurgence Amid Vaccination Decline
The US has recorded its first measles deaths of 2026 in Pennsylvania, highlighting a resurgence of the disease amid declining vaccination rates.
Health Minister Reveals Major Expansion Plan for Grassroots Healthcare Services
Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain revealed several initiatives aimed at significantly enhancing healthcare services at the district and upazila levels.
Nationwide Preventive Oral Cholera Vaccination Campaign Launches in Bangladesh
A preventive oral cholera vaccination campaign targeting 51.75 lakh people has begun in 14 high-risk upazilas and thanas across Bangladesh.
Legionnaires' Outbreak in Austria's Linz Region Claims Three Lives
An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in Austria's Linz region has claimed three lives and sickened 26 others.
Health Minister Pledges Support and Investigation After Woman Dies from Childbirth Complications
Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain has extended support to the family of Kanika Mondal, who died following complications after childbirth.
Dengue Outbreak in Khulna Division: 14 Deaths and 3,690 Hospitalisations Reported
Khulna Division grapples with a severe dengue outbreak, reporting 14 deaths and 3,690 hospitalisations this year.
Nationwide Shutdown: Over 250 Illegal Healthcare Facilities Closed
The government has intensified its efforts to shut down illegal healthcare facilities across the country.
State Minister Forhad Hossain Azad Advocates Unity to Enhance Panchagarh Hospital Services
State Minister for Water Resources Forhad Hossain Azad emphasizes the need for collective efforts to improve services at Panchagarh Modern Sadar Hospital.
Bangladesh Confronts Measles Outbreak as Death Toll Continues to Rise
Bangladesh faces an escalating measles crisis with a rising death toll, as the health authorities report a significant number of suspected cases.
EU Launches Investigation into Experimental Lyme Disease Vaccine by Pfizer and Valneva
The European Union has agreed to study an experimental Lyme disease vaccine developed by Pfizer and Valneva, which showed a 70% efficacy rate in trials.
Prime Minister to Inaugurate 500-Bed Building at National Institute of Neurosciences
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is expected to inaugurate a new 15-storey building with 500 additional beds at the National Institute of Neurosciences & Hospital (NINS) tomorrow.
Khulna City Corporation Launches Intensive Mosquito Control Program to Combat Dengue Surge
Khulna City Corporation has rolled out an extensive mosquito control program in a bid to curb the rising dengue cases in the city.
