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Thalassaemia in Bangladesh: The epidemiological data
May 8 is observed as International Thalassaemia Day to focus the problem of thalassaemia and create awareness about this debilitating disease.
Meeting the challenges in healthcare
The healthcare landscape of Bangladesh continues to face challenges. Health of the general population remains unsatisfactory. We can access primary healthcare through different gateways.
First aid of sprain
Ligaments are tough, elastic-like bands that attach to bones and hold joints in place. A sprain is an injury to a ligament caused by excessive stretching.
'Rubber band' surgery for obesity cuts diabetes risk
After having "lap band" surgery for weight loss, men and women show large increases in sensitivity to the blood-sugar-regulating hormone insulin - even if they remain obese - a new study shows.
Statin before bypass surgery may boost survival
A study hints that taking a statin or other cholesterol-lowering drug before heart bypass surgery may boost survival.
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I am 35 years old. Recently I have been diagnosed with asthma.

Events / Health News
Yamagata-Dhaka Friendship Hospital, Bangladesh organised a hands-on training session on Friday last on the occasion of celebrating its two year of successful operation, says a press release.
 

 
   
 
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