air pollution

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Bangladesh

Dhaka's air pollution reaches alarming level: Research

The study sheds light on the hazardous impact of rapid urbanisation, poor infrastructure, and unchecked vehicle emissions on the city’s air quality.

AI generated lung image
Health

The silent killer: Lung cancer and the emerging role of AI in early detection

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South Asia

Air pollution drives 7% of deaths in big Indian cities: Study

In 2021, Bangladesh recorded over 19,000 deaths of children under five due to air pollution-related conditions. Photo: Mohammad Minhaj Uddin
Health

Children under 5 years esp vulnerable with lung diseases as air pollution worsens in Bangladesh: Report

Representational image. Photo: REUTERS/Wolfgang Rattay
Environment

Air pollution linked to nearly 2,000 child deaths a day: Report

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Thoughts

Why is natural ventilation crucial for our health?

Representational image. Photo: TBS
Bangladesh

Asthma cases rising due to air pollution: Environment minister

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World+Biz

Air pollution linked to 135 million premature deaths: Study

Dense black smoke billows at Narayanganj's industrial zone. This severe pollution threatens the health of residents and students in nearby houses and schools. The photo was taken recently. Photo: Syed Zakir Hossain
Environment

Environment in distress as pollution keeps choking country

Growing up amidst the polluted air, many children develop long-term complications. Photo: Mohammad Minhaj Uddin
Health

Prolonged exposure to pollution impedes children's development: USAID official

Photo: BSS
Environment

Meet Neo Px: The super plant that attacks air pollution

A man rides a bicycle on Dhaka streets. Photo: UNB
Environment

A rare occasion: Dhaka's air quality 'good' this morning

Experts sound alarm as pollution, food adulteration drive Asthma surge in Bangladesh
Health

Experts sound alarm as pollution, food adulteration drive Asthma surge in Bangladesh