One Health Institute, CVASU

Wishing everyone a blessed and joyful Eid-ul-Adha from the One Health Institute, CVASU

কোরবানির এই পবিত্র ক্ষণে আমাদের প্রার্থনা-
ত্যাগ, সহমর্মিতা ও মানবতার শিক্ষা ছড়িয়ে পড়ুক সবার মাঝে। আসুন, পরিবেশ ও চারপাশ পরিষ্কার-পরিচ্ছন্ন রেখে একটি স্বাস্থ্যকর ও নিরাপদ পরিবেশে ঈদ উদযাপন করি।

Stay safe, stay healthy.
Eid Mubarak!

MPH 7th and 8th Batch Defense!

The thesis defense of seven Master of Public Health (MPH) fellows from the 7th and 8th batches of the One Health Institute (OHI), CVASU, was held today at the Conference Room of the Department of Medicine & Surgery (DMS), CVASU. The program was convened and moderated by Prof. Dr. Md. Mizanur Rahman, Director (In-charge) of OHI. The thesis evaluation team included:

Internal Evaluators:
⦁ Prof. Dr. Md. Mizanur Rahman, Director (In-charge), OHI, CVASU
⦁ Prof. Dr. Ashutosh Das, Dept. of Genetics & Animal Breeding, CVASU
External Evaluators:
⦁ Prof. Dr. SKM Azizul Islam, Dept. of Physiology, Biochemistry & Pharmacology, CVASU
⦁ Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohiuddin Ahsanul Kabir Chowdhury, Dean, Dept. of Public Health, Asian University for Women, Chattogram

The thesis topics spanned a wide range of critical issues, from gestational diabetes mellitus and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) profiles in medical and veterinary hospitals to the risk assessment of street foods near elementary school premises in the Chattogram Metropolitan Area—all explored through a dedicated public health lens.

Other distinguished participants included Prof. Dr. Mohammad Alamgir Hossain (Dept. of Pathology & Parasitology, CVASU), Prof. Dr. Md Anowar Parvez (DMS, CVASU), and Dr. Syeda Munira Dilshad (Lecturer, Dept. of Public Health, Premier University). The session was also attended by PhD and MPH 9th Batch fellows of OHI, as well as Master’s fellows from the Faculty of Food Science & Technology, CVASU. The program was meticulously coordinated by the office personnel of OHI and the DMS.

Congratulations to our fellows on their hard work and dedication to advancing Public Health!

Today, on 03 May 2026 at 10:30 AM, a Trial Presentation Seminar was successfully held at the OHI Conference Room (5th floor), One Health Institute Building, with the participation of seven students scheduled for their defense.

The session was graced by the honorable teachers:

Dr. Tanvir Ahmed Nizami, Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology and Veterinary Public Health, CVASU
Dr. Homayra Parvin Hima, Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology and Parasitology, CVASU
and
Dr. Unusing Marma, PhD Fellow, HEAT Project, CVASU

They evaluated the presentations and provided valuable guidance and constructive feedback to the students.

Sincere thanks to all respected teachers, the PhD Fellow, and the participating students.

🌍✨ Kick-off Meeting on One Health AMR Awareness Campaign ✨🌍

The Kick-off Workshop (1–2 April 2026) was successfully held in Chattogram to initiate Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) awareness programmes for school students at the divisional level.

📌 Background
Following a virtual meeting on 30 March 2026 among key stakeholders—including the Department of Livestock Services, WOAH consultants, and the One Health Institute CVASU—this workshop was organized to align plans and begin implementation.

👥 Participants Included
Dr. Md. Ahasanul Hoque (Director, One Health Institute)
Dr. Mohammed Yousuf Elahi Chowdhury (Professor, CVASU)
Dr. Md. Ridoan Pasha (Assistant Professor, CVASU)
Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman (WOAH Consultant)
Dr. Marzia Zaman (CMED Health Ltd)
Dr. Easrat Jahan Esha (Fleming Fund, DAI Global)
Md. Shahariar Hossain Talukder (Coordinator, OHYV Bangladesh)
12 volunteers from One Health Young Voice Bangladesh

📌 Key Highlights
✔ Kick-off meeting conducted with stakeholders
✔ Concept note and budget finalized
✔ Tentative dates and venues proposed
✔ 5 schools selected (under Ispahani Group)
✔ Venue confirmed: Hotel Tower Inn, Jubilee Road

Due to SSC examinations, the programme will focus on selected schools this year.

📅 Upcoming Activity
A Resource Development Workshop will be held on 13 April 2026 at Hotel Tower Inn, aiming to prepare resource persons for school-based One Health activities.

This initiative is supported by the World Organisation for Animal Health, Department of Livestock Services, One Health Institute CVASU, and One Health Young Voice, Bangladesh.

Together, advancing One Health and combating AMR at the grassroots level 💙

One Health Institute, CVASU-এর পক্ষ থেকে
মহান স্বাধীনতা দিবসে সকল শহীদ ও বীর মুক্তিযোদ্ধাদের প্রতি গভীর শ্রদ্ধা।
তাদের আত্মত্যাগের বিনিময়েই অর্জিত হয়েছে একটি স্বাধীন ও সার্বভৌম বাংলাদেশ।

স্বাধীনতার চেতনায় এগিয়ে যাক আমাদের ভবিষ্যৎ।

Expand your Network with One Health Young Voice, Bangladesh (OHYV, B)

Stay connected with One Health Young Voice, Bangladesh (OHYV, B) for the latest updates on activities, workshops, seminars, and competitions!

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-health-young-voice-bangladesh/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ohyvbangladesh?igsh=MWp3a2Fha3JoeXZkbw==

🎥 YouTube: https://youtube.com/?si=zpQyxhUnSpCs1dad

🔵 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DKKWnPJyr/

Together, we build a healthier, interconnected future! 🌍🐾🧑‍⚕️

🌏 CALL FOR PROPOSALS | SEAOHUN 2026 Regional Student Competition

Passionate about creating real-world impact? Turn your classroom knowledge into community action through the One Health approach.

The Southeast Asia One Health University Network (SEAOHUN) has launched the SEAOHUN 2026 Regional Student Competition – One Health Campus-to-Community, encouraging students to design innovative projects addressing challenges at the human–animal–environment interface.

📌 Focus Areas:
• Zoonotic disease prevention (e.g., Rabies, Avian Influenza)
• Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
• Environmental health & climate change
• Sustainable agrifood systems & food safety
• Community-based One Health surveillance
• Digital innovation & AI in One Health

👩‍🎓 Eligibility:
Students from Bangladesh, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Cambodia, and Laos
✔ Multidisciplinary team
✔ Academic mentor
✔ Completion of SEAOHWA One Health Course
✔ Engage at least 50 community members

💰 Grant: Up to $2000 for selected projects.

📅 Deadline: 3 April 2026
📎 Apply: https://bit.ly/SEAOHUN2026Student

Let’s bring campus knowledge to community impact. 🌱