Dhaka, Sept. 30 -- With the slogan "Every Heartbeat Matters", the National Heart Foundation of Bangladesh observed World Heart Day 2025 on Monday, reminding that cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death worldwide-despite the fact that 80% of heart attacks and strokes can be prevented.
The day began with a colourful rally that started from Mirpur National Cricket Stadium and concluded at the National Heart Foundation Hospital, drawing hundreds of participants.
Later, a seminar was held at the foundation's auditorium, chaired by Prof Khondker Abdul Awal Rizvi. Prof Dr Sayedur Rahman, Special Assistant to the Health Ministry, attended as chief guest. In his speech, Dr Rahman cautioned that unhealthy lifestyle patterns are fu...