public health

We need public health reform for steady economic growth

Investing in public health ensures stability, resilience, and long-term growth.

World Toilet Day 2024 / Women should not have to struggle with a toilet crisis

On World Toilet Day 2024, it is imperative that both the government and private actors unify to create environments that support dignity, health, and productivity for all women in Bangladesh.

A roadmap to effective dengue control

In the battle against dengue, Bangladesh stands at a critical juncture.

The diverse world of Public Health and why you should care

Public Health as a field is vast and houses anyone willing to bring about positive impacts at societal levels. 

Neglecting public health literacy will cost us

High prevalence of inadequate health literacy causes health disparity in terms of access to and use of healthcare services.

Dhaka’s ugly, ruthless side

The story would resonate with many young couples starting out in this ruthless city, where what you earn is nowhere near what you spend, just for the bare minimum.

Least concern for the most vulnerable

Street children have zero protection from dengue

Why more clinicians should join public health

After Covid-19, a bold and visionary idea is starting to emerge: more clinicians joining public health can fortify defence against future health emergencies.

A sheer waste of public money

Why were the trauma centres built if they were to be left unused?

July 30, 2023
July 30, 2023

Least concern for the most vulnerable

Street children have zero protection from dengue

June 15, 2023
June 15, 2023

Why more clinicians should join public health

After Covid-19, a bold and visionary idea is starting to emerge: more clinicians joining public health can fortify defence against future health emergencies.

April 1, 2023
April 1, 2023

A sheer waste of public money

Why were the trauma centres built if they were to be left unused?

February 22, 2023
February 22, 2023

Prioritise piped water supply in our municipalities

The municipal bodies must take water supply as their mandatory function more seriously and draw up a medium-term plan to bring 100 percent of urban population under a piped water supply network by 2030.

December 25, 2022
December 25, 2022

DAP: The high stakes of high-rise buildings

Housing developers' interests are getting in the way of making Dhaka a liveable city

December 1, 2022
December 1, 2022

Why Bangladesh should invest in health information technology

Bangladesh falls short in leadership and commitment to improving the healthcare system.

November 8, 2022
November 8, 2022

Why are we vilifying researchers for their work?

Journalists must add nuance to debates, not shut them down

November 7, 2022
November 7, 2022

Why is dengue becoming such a serious public health threat?

The spread of dengue across the country requires better public health preparedness

August 20, 2022
August 20, 2022

Restricted abortion rights in the US will affect us all

To say that Roe v Wade does not affect us is untrue. It jeopardises women's right to choose all over the world.

May 27, 2022
May 27, 2022

Closure of unregistered hospitals: Knee-jerk reaction not the answer

DGHS needs a realistic plan to bring unauthorised hospitals, clinics and diagnostic centres under regulation.