Maksudur Rahman - Defeat DD

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Oct 15, 2024

Why do we wash our hands with soap and water?

” After seeing the germs, handwashing has become fun for me. ” – Irina Naher Raduga, 9, Bangladesh. Photo: PATH/Maksudur Rahman My wife and I always remind our daughter to wash her hands throughout the day, especially after playing with...

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Oct 09, 2024

What can neighbor countries do to prevent diarrheal diseases caused by floods?

As there is no such thing as national borders in nature, countries must look beyond these jurisdictions to prepare for flooding and manage the risk of diarrheal diseases.

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May 23, 2024

Searching for new avenues to control cholera

The alarming increase in cholera outbreaks is fueling renewed interest in novel treatment tools.

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Apr 23, 2024

Have You Ever Celebrated the Contributions of Vaccinations In Your Life?

Sometimes we overlook the everyday tools that keep us safe and healthy. For many of us, it’s easy to overlook the impact of vaccination, which has saved and improved countless lives.

Feb 14, 2024

Getting ahead of diarrhea outbreaks in 2024

Are we ready to face the heat of 2024? This continuing record-breaking average global temperature is being exacerbated. How will this influence the prevalence of diarrheal diseases?

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Nov 22, 2023

You have a role to play to ensure safe sanitation for all

World Toilet Day might be over, but the UN Water logo of the dedicated hummingbird from the ancient story is still flapping its wings, reminding us of what we announced at the UN Water Conference in March 2023.

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Oct 13, 2023

Ending the vicious cycle of diarrhea and malnutrition: examples from Southeast Asia

In this time of post-pandemic economic recovery, many countries are confronting concurrent multiple challenges including high inflation, adverse weather conditions due to El Niño, and difficulties importing food due to conflict-driven challenges.

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Jun 29, 2023

Diarrheal disease in the climate of the future

Families collect water in a displacement camp outside Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where they were forced to flee after a volcanic eruption. Photo: PATH/Ley Uwera.

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Apr 25, 2023

Pandemic disruptions should prompt us to intensify, not compromise, immunization coverage

Health supervisor Joseph Muhisi holding oral cholera vaccine outside a displacement camp in Nyiragongo outside the city of Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo. Photo: PATH/Ley Uwera.

A young child sits in a white plastic bucket filled with water, surrounded by various containers and items on a wet, muddy surface. The child's expression is calm as they look off into the distance. The bucket has faded text and a green stripe.

Mar 23, 2023

UN Water calls for accelerated action on water and sanitation access

A boy is taking a bath in the Mohammadpur slum in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo: Maksudur Rahman

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Mar 13, 2023

Potential Impact of Rotavirus Vaccines in Southeast Asia

Photo: PATH. Rotavirus has the potential to impact every child in every country, rich or poor, regardless of access to safe water and sanitation. But the majority of deaths from rotavirus occur in sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia in communiti...

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Feb 16, 2023

Despite progress, the threat of cholera lingers

Photo: PATH.

A scientist in a lab coat examines a test tube. The background features stylized scientific illustrations and the text "DEFEATDD." The name "Dr. Firdausi Qadri" is displayed at the bottom.

Feb 08, 2023

Women in science: a tool for nation-building

"My intention is to inspire women to the best of my ability."