Due to the rapid increase in the urban population, public sector health services in urban settings are under strain. There are limited accessible and available health facilities with insufficient medicines and supplies and inadequate health workers with training appropriate to the changing disease burden in the public health system. Over time, these gaps in the
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The Community-led Responsive and Effective Urban Health System (CHORUS) is a research programme consortium that unites health researchers from Africa, South Asia, and the UK. It collaborates with communities, health professionals, and city-level decision-makers to develop and test strategies aimed at improving the health of the poorest urban residents. CHORUS and ARK Foundation hosted
The Community-led Responsive and Effective Urban Health System (CHORUS) is a Research Programme Consortium that brings together health researchers from Africa, South Asia, and the UK. CHORUS collaborates with communities, health professionals, and city-level decision makers to develop and test strategies for improving the health of the poorest urban residents. As part of its ongoing
By Abdullah M. Rafi (published in The Business Standard on 15 May, 2025) Bangladesh, one of the fastest-growing economies in the world according to the World Bank, has identified health as both a priority and a persistent challenge. Article 15(a) of the country’s constitution reflects this commitment by guaranteeing healthcare as a fundamental right for
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While the tobacco industry claims to support the economy, its true impact is devastating: causing over 8 million deaths globally each year, including 126,000 in Bangladesh.To replace these ‘losses’, the industry targets the next generation with flavoured, colourful, and youth-friendly products. The real threat now is not just what is inside but how it is
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From balancing family responsibilities to navigating systemic barriers, the road to success is not always easy for the women researchers, especially in low and middle income (LMI) countries. In the third of our 3-part video series for International Women’s Day, our CHORUS Urban Health Research Consortium researchers highlight these challenges and the opportunities for change.
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Involving communities in research ensures that research findings do not just stay on paper- they become part of real lives. A project may end, but when the information continues to resonate and create change, we know the research has made its mark. The goal is to make the data speak, sustain, and change lives. In
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Gender is not just a category, it is a lens that helps us understand the world more deeply. Researchers today are increasingly aware of their responsibility to prioritize gender at every stage, from designing studies to analyzing data. By doing so, they create research that is not only more meaningful but also more inclusive, ensuring
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Depression is more than just feeling sad- it is a persistent cloud that can affect every aspect of life, from daily activities to interpersonal relationships. It is important to recognize that seeking help is not a weakness but a courageous step towards healing. Effective approaches, including professional support, emotional expression, physical activity, and mindfulness, can
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This flipbook is an intervention material developed under the COSTAR project to be used by the Community Dialogue Facilitators (CDA) facilitators in different sub-districts of Cumilla. The CDA Facilitators used this flipbook to create awareness among the local people in their villages on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and its harmful consequences. This is an open access materials







