June 29, 2025, 12:46 pm
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Understanding Primary Immunodeficiency: Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention
Primary immunodeficiency disorders, also known as primary immune disorders, are genetic conditions that weaken the immune system, making individuals more prone to infections. While more than 300 types of theseRead More
PAHO and Africa CDC Partner to Boost Access to Vaccines and Medicines Across Regions
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) have signed a landmark agreement to ensure equitable access to essential medicines, vaccines,Read More
World Diabetes Day 2024: Bangladesh Confronts a Growing Health Crisis
As World Diabetes Day 2024 approaches, Bangladesh faces an alarming rise in diabetes cases, impacting millions and straining the healthcare system. Experts warn that the prevalence of diabetes is risingRead More
EBL and icddr,b partners in healthcare waste management and safe water access
Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) and icddr,b have taken a pioneering step in corporate social responsibility by investing in healthcare waste management and addressing water scarcity in coastal Bangladesh. The partnershipRead More
Strengthening Public-Private Partnerships to End TB in Bangladesh
icddr,b, in collaboration with the National Tuberculosis Control Programme (NTP) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) and with support from the Stop TB Partnership, organised a workshop titledRead More
Men More Vulnerable to Respiratory Diseases
Researchers in China have conducted a comprehensive study on nearly 1,600 young adults, revealing distinct differences in nasal microbiomes between men and women. This pioneering research suggests that women mayRead More
How to Keep Children Safe in the Heat: Tips for Parents Amid Rising Temperatures
With temperatures soaring higher this year than usual, parents must take extra precautions to protect their children. Here, we explore some common health issues children face during the heat andRead More
Dr. Mahdy Rahman Chowdhury of NSU Awarded Galileo Galilei Medal at ICO’s 26th Conference
Dr. Mahdy Rahman Chowdhury, Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at North South University (NSU), has been awarded the prestigious Galileo Galilei Medal at the 26th International Commission forRead More
Heart Transplant Survivor Advocates for Organ Donation Among Ethnic Minorities
Mehreen Ahmed, a 23-year-old from Louth, Lincolnshire, is raising awareness about the life-saving impact of organ donation, particularly within ethnic minority communities. Ahmed, diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy at age 15,Read More
