Bangladesh’s Health Minister Sardar Md. Shakhawat Hossain stated that the country currently has no shortage of helium gas, even though international supply has decreased. He made the remarks on Saturday, March 28, at the ‘CME on Medical Ethics’ event organized by the Society of Surgeons of Bangladesh at Abu Sayeed Convention Center in Dhaka. The minister assured that hospital services, including MRI scans, will not be disrupted due to helium supply issues.

Global helium supply has reportedly fallen by about one-third because of ongoing tensions among the United States, Israel, and Iran. This reduction has placed pressure on industries such as semiconductors and medical imaging worldwide. In response to questions about potential impacts, the minister said that necessary measures have been taken to prevent any negative effects on Bangladesh’s power and health sectors.

The statement aims to reassure the public and medical institutions that Bangladesh’s healthcare operations remain stable despite global market disruptions.