Patients, Climate, and a Struggling Health System in Mehendiganj

What happens when climate change meets an already fragile healthcare system? In Bangladesh’s riverine communities, rising temperatures, salinity intrusion, and flooding are not just environmental challenges—they are reshaping health risks and making access to essential healthcare increasingly difficult. In this SustainEra blog, Nusrat Naushin takes us inside the Mehendiganj Upazila Health Complex, exploring the lived realities of patients, the growing pressures on frontline health services, and the urgent need for climate-resilient healthcare systems. As Bangladesh advances its Health National Adaptation Plan (2026–2031), the real test lies in ensuring that policies translate into accessible, responsive healthcare for communities at the last mile.