Read the article here or download the PDF version Abstract Introduction People with tuberculosis (TB) who continue to smoke are more likely to have poor health outcomes than those who quit. Established smoking cessation approaches such as mHealth may help patients with TB quit smoking. This paper summarises the methodology proposed to assess the effectiveness and

Read the article here or download PDF version Abstract Background Mental health disparities persist as a pressing public health concern globally. Gender disparities in mental health are evident, with women disproportionately affected by conditions such as depression and anxiety. Despite the apparent need, studies from Bangladesh indicate that women are less likely to seek mental healthcare

Find the article here or download PDF version Abstract Introduction Rapid urbanisation in Bangladesh has posed significant challenges to the urban health system, particularly in the delivery of primary healthcare (PHC). The country’s PHC system is fragmented, involving public, non-government organization (NGO), private and informal providers, leading to inequitable access, high out-of-pocket expenditure and inefficiencies. Strategic

Read the article here or download the PDF version ABSTRACT Introduction: In Bangladesh, a significantly lower minimum retail price and preferential ad valorem tax rate for low-price cigarettes incentivized manufacturers to avoid tax by expanding the low-price cigarettes market. The effect of this industry response on government tax revenue has not been quantified yet. This

Read the article here or download the PDF version Abstract Introduction:  To effectively tackle antibiotic resistance (ABR) a One Health approach is required, focusing on the human, animal and environmental sectors together, and that public education and engagement programs must be part of the overall approach. However, there has been limited research on such programs

Find the article here or download the PDF version Abstract Objectives We explored how key sociodemographic characteristics were associated with correct knowledge about antibiotics and antibiotic resistance (ABR) and appropriate usage of antibiotics from a One Health perspective among rural community members in Bangladesh. Design Cross-sectional single-period survey. Setting Rural villages in Cumilla district, Bangladesh. Participants Eligibility criteria: aged

Find it here or download the PDF version   Abstract Insufficient fruit and vegetable consumption in Bangladesh, currently 25% below the WHO-recommended level remains a major public health concern. One overlooked factor contributing to high consumer prices and limited access is the presence of informal payments within urban fresh food supply chains. This study investigates

Find it here or download the PDF version Abstract Objective To explore challenges and barriers faced by vulnerable women and men in accessing fresh foods, and how they overcome existing barriers to healthier dietary improvements in households and communities. Study design This study employed an explorative qualitative research design. Methods Using purposive sampling through a

Find the article here or download the PDF version Abstract Background In urban Bangladesh, rapid urbanisation is increasing the prevalence of hypertension (HTN) and type 2 diabetes (T2D). The plurality of providers, often with minimal public provision, adds complexity. We aimed to evaluate how well two categories of primary health care (PHC) facilities for poor

Read the article here or download the PDF version Abstract Background Tobacco is consumed by two-thirds of individuals with severe mental illness (SMI). Despite a high tobacco-related disease burden, there is a lack of evidence-based cessation interventions for individuals with SMI living in low- and middle-income countries. This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability