MetLife publishes Sustainability Report

The Dhaka Times Desk MetLife has recently released its 'Sustainability Report 2022'. The report also details how the organization is contributing to building a prosperous future in line with its mission and working towards building the capacity of customers, employees, society and partners.

In that report, various exemplary social activities taken around the world as well as statements of various developmental activities taken in Bangladesh have been highlighted.

An integral part of MetLife's operations is sustainable development as set out in pursuit of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). MetLife is committed to making a positive impact around the world through sustainable development.

"Our commitment to building safer families, businesses and communities is a reflection of our purpose – always by your side to build a more confident future," said Michel Khalaf, MetLife's president and CEO. He added, "MetLife is delivering on its promise to ensure long-term sustainable growth through our commitment to our colleagues and the acquisition of capabilities in products, services and investments."

MetLife aims to meet the needs of a changing world and move forward to meet the 2030 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) commitment and commitment to the environment. MetLife's progress in meeting these goals and the company's efforts to create a positive impact are reflected in this annual report:

# $37.9 million awarded in 2022 through MetLife Foundation's Financial Inclusion, Financial Capability and 'Resilient Communities Portfolio'.

# is contributing to a prosperous and green environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 49 percent from 2019. More than 8 lakh trees have been planted since 2020. MetLife became the first US-based insurance company to be carbon neutral since 2016.

As of year-end # 2022, MetLife Investment Management has secured $77 billion in responsible investments.

# Investments in the DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) sector in 2022 totaled US$885 million, approaching the US$1 billion pledged by 2030. American Life Insurance Company incorporated as a limited company in the United States.

# across Asia in 2022 to ensure mental, physical, financial and social well-being of consumers
360Health app services have been extended.

# is the best place to work in eight markets based on the experience and opinions of colleagues
Work ® ) is accredited by MetLife.

# In 2022, MetLife completed more than 19,000 volunteer hours.
By 2030 – the company is committed to increase that to 8 lakh.

To read the 'Sustainability Report 2022' and learn more about MetLife's sustainability commitments and progress, visit www.metlife.com/sustainability/ news bulletins.

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How to prevent dengue

Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral fever. This fever is different from other viral or bacterial fevers. However, this fever is not contagious in any way. This viral fever can occur alone or in combination with other viruses (chikungunya, yellow fever, Burma forest, flu, respiratory syncytial) and bacteria (pneumococcus).

Dengue fever is divided into two categories depending on the severity of symptoms and fever.

1. Common dengue fever

2. Dengue fever with bleeding.

In the case of common dengue fever, the following symptoms are mainly seen-

1. Sudden high fever lasting 2 to 7 days.

2. Severe headache.

3. Pain behind the eyes.

4. Along with the fever, red rash appears all over the body.

5. Severe pain in whole body as well as back pain.

6. Nausea or vomiting.

7. A rash or red bumps on the skin.

In case of dengue fever with bleeding:

1. Bleeding from nose, mouth or vomiting with high fever within 2 to 48 hours.

2. Fluid accumulation in chest or abdomen along with fever.

If any of these symptoms appear, seek medical attention immediately.

On the other hand

Wait at home for the first 3 days of fever. On the other hand, sponge the whole body with water every now and then. This will reduce the level of fever. Drink enough water and rest. After that, if the fever does not decrease or if it continues to increase after some time, consult a doctor immediately.

Things to do to prevent Dengue:

1. Try to keep the surroundings of the house as clean as possible.

2. If there are flower tubs or broken plastic bottles, can shells, tires or polythene inside the house, clean them quickly and drain the accumulated water from the flower tubs.

3. Spray or fog at least 3 times a week to kill mosquitoes.

4. You can keep mosquito repellent cream with you while going out.

5. After evening, younger and older members of the household should use mosquito nets.

6. Clean up any accumulated rain water, as this is the time when Aedes mosquitoes lay their eggs.

7. On the other hand, you can use mats along with mosquito nets to avoid mosquito infestation.

8. Since Aedes mosquitoes bite during the day, it is important to avoid sleeping with mosquito nets while sleeping during the day. Source: https://dmpnews.org