1,652 deaths, 3,16,773 cases this year

Ultra-processed foods are commonly portrayed as a modern health scourge: a threat lurking on the shelves of every supermarket linked to obesity, heart disease, cancer and early death

Among them, 26pc suffer from mild depression, 26pc from moderate depression, and 22pc from severe depression

Of the deaths, four were reported in the capital

The poverty situation in Bangladesh was higher than expected in 2020-21 as the COVID constrained economic activity and reduced incomes. The situation worsened further amid spirals in global food prices in 2022. And the global economic slowdown could push more people into poverty this year.  

India has extended the ban on the exports of onion till March next year with a view to increasing availability in domestic markets and to keep prices in check, according to a notification issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade yesterday. 

At least two more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am yesterday as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease.

At least two more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am today as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease

At least two more dengue patients died, one of which from Dhaka, in the last 24 hours till yesterday morning.

At least two more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am today

At least two more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am today as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease

At least two dengue patients died in the last 24 hours till yesterday morning.

At least two more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am today as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease

1,632 deaths, 3,13,706 cases this year

Recent investigations into respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) have revealed a surprising trend: it is not just a concern for children anymore. Studies focusing on adults aged 60 and above have unveiled the serious impact of RSV on this age group.

On December 3, 1992, the United Nations established the first International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The aim of this day is to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilise support for the dignity, rights, and well-being of persons with disabilities. The theme for 2023 is “United in action to rescue and achieve the SDGs for, with, and by persons with disabilities.”

A revolutionary AI tool has emerged as a potential game-changer in identifying individuals at risk of heart attacks. In a groundbreaking real-world trial, this technology demonstrated an impressive 45% improvement in treatment for patients with chest pain.

Streptococcus pneumoniae infection is a common cause of pneumonia in adults. Vaccines have helped reduce some strains, but new ones have emerged, leading to the development of three recommended vaccines: PCV15, PCV20, and PPSV23. Recently, CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunisation Practices (ACIP) updated the new pneumococcal vaccination guideline.

This World AIDS Day transcends a mere celebration of past achievements; it serves as a resounding call to action, urging the empowerment and support of communities in their pivotal leadership roles. The theme of World AIDS Day 2023, ‘Let communities lead,’ resonates deeply, emphasising the criticality of community involvement in all facets of HIV plans and programmes.

Six more deaths were reported from dengue in 24 hours till this morning, raising the number of fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 1,628 this year