Healthcare

Govt drafts 2 laws to protect patients, healthcare workers

If any person leads, participates in, or incites any organised group or riot that results in an attack or assault on a healthcare worker or healthcare institution, they may face up to 10 years in jail, or a fine of up to Tk 15 lakh, or both.

Reimagining primary healthcare through the GP system

Despite progress in Bangladesh’s health sector, primary healthcare (PHC) remains inadequate, particularly in rural areas where access to qualified doctors is limited.

What would the healthcare sector of the future look like?

Healthcare around the world is going through unique and dynamic changes.

Public health must prioritise disease prevention

There is a common confusion around the subject of health.

Healing burns! The remarkable benefits of tilapia skin

Tilapia fish skin, rich in collagen, offers a revolutionary, cost-effective burn treatment by promoting faster healing, reducing scarring, and preventing infections. This innovative approach is expanding globally, transforming wound care and sustainable healthcare practices.

India’s visa curbs / A wake-up call for Bangladesh to reform its healthcare

India’s visa restrictions on Bangladeshi nationals, while initially perceived as a barrier, could serve as a wake-up call for Bangladesh to strengthen its healthcare system and regain the confidence of its patients.

$4b spent a year on healthcare abroad

Bangladeshis spend around $4 billion abroad every year for healthcare, according to Malik Talha Ismail Bari, senior vice president of the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI).

We must protect doctors from violence

Violence against doctors is an issue that is neither unique to our country nor recent.

Develop a patient referral system

Ease pressure on tertiary facilities, re-imagine healthcare system

November 24, 2024
November 24, 2024

$4b spent a year on healthcare abroad

Bangladeshis spend around $4 billion abroad every year for healthcare, according to Malik Talha Ismail Bari, senior vice president of the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI).

September 21, 2024
September 21, 2024

We must protect doctors from violence

Violence against doctors is an issue that is neither unique to our country nor recent.

July 11, 2024
July 11, 2024

Develop a patient referral system

Ease pressure on tertiary facilities, re-imagine healthcare system

June 6, 2024
June 6, 2024

For real growth, invest more into education and health

Bangladesh still struggles to adequately invest in education and healthcare

May 13, 2024
May 13, 2024

Role of mental and physical health in corporate success, explains Shazia Omar

Shazia Omar, a reputed yogini, author, and co-founder of Dhaka Flow, explains why cultivating a supportive and healthy workplace has never been more important.

March 23, 2024
March 23, 2024

5 habits to avoid for better oral health

With our lives being so busy all the time, it’s easy to overlook the little things that can make a big difference in maintaining a dazzling smile. So, before you brush off your oral care routine as ‘good enough,’ let’s dive into the top five no-no’s that might be doing a number on your teeth.

March 3, 2024
March 3, 2024

Building a healthier Dhaka: Why understanding women’s health benefits us all

Back in the day, discussing the health issues of women was nothing short of a taboo. A serial offender would have an easier time getting a break than someone who openly discusses topics ranging from menstrual cramps to pregnancy woes. This phenomenon was not only confided within your household; it was a global one, and unfortunately, remnants of this taboo still linger in our society today.

February 23, 2024
February 23, 2024

The grave irony of medical negligence causing deaths

Instances of medical malpractice are not uncommon in Bangladesh

December 18, 2023
December 18, 2023

Google unveils MedLM, the healthcare AI

Google has recently introduced MedLM, a suite of AI models designed for the healthcare sector. Built upon the foundation of Med-PaLM 2, Google's large language model (LLM) for the medical domain, MedLM will be made available on the Vertex AI platform for Google Cloud users in the United States.

October 1, 2023
October 1, 2023

Why are remote Bandarban villages being ignored?

These communities have little access to basic services such as healthcare and education