Intersecting Cardiovascular and Mental Health Challenges in Bangladesh

Cardiovascular stress and mental stress have emerged as deeply connected public health crises in Bangladesh and around the world. Often invisible yet widespread, they inflict profound harm not only on individuals but also on families, communities, and national economies. Their consequences reach far beyond hospital walls, shaping life in workplaces, schools, and households, and they call for immediate awareness, prevention, and collective action.

Nation Records Significant Jump in New HIV Cases

The country has recorded the highest year-on-year increase in new HIV cases in more than two decades, according to a newly released report, sparking serious public health concerns. A total of 1,891 new HIV infections were reported between November last year and October this year—453 more cases than the previous year.

Dengue Situation Worsens: Four Dead, 745 New Cases Across Bangladesh

Health officials on Thursday reported 745 new dengue cases and four deaths recorded in the past 24 hours.

October Becomes the Deadliest Month for Dengue in Bangladesh

October has turned out to be the deadliest month for dengue in Bangladesh this year, with at least 80 deaths and 22,520 hospitalisations, according to official data. Health experts have warned that the dengue surge could extend into November as favorable weather conditions continue for Aedes mosquito breeding.

Bangladesh Faces a WASH Crisis That Threatens Global Health and SDG Progress

Bangladesh faces a silent WASH crisis threatening both national health and global stability. From Dhaka’s Tejgaon slums to groundwater depletion and global aid cuts, unsafe water and poor sanitation endanger millions. Urgent action is needed to protect health, dignity, and economic sustainability.