The chilling truth about winter joint pain and simple ways to manage it
1 February 2026, 05:09 AM
Healthcare
Can AI predict suicide?
1 February 2026, 05:06 AM
Healthcare
Health records could help spot diabetes early
1 February 2026, 05:04 AM
Healthcare
Meeting clean air targets could curb the diabetes burden in Bangladesh
1 February 2026, 05:01 AM
Healthcare
7,000 steps a day could be the sweet spot for better health!
1 February 2026, 04:58 AM
Healthcare
Silent threats before birth: Air pollution and climate risks for infants
1 February 2026, 04:55 AM
Healthcare
AI in colonoscopy: A helpful tool or a risk to doctors’ skills?
1 February 2026, 04:52 AM
Healthcare
3,200 doctors to join field services in 10 days
1 February 2026, 04:05 AM
Hospitals
Take urgent action to curb unnecessary C-sections
29 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Bangladesh
Injected with 'wrong medicine': Nurse suspended after child’s death at Suhrawardy hospital
28 January 2026, 18:27 PM
Healthcare
Emergency services resume at DMCH
Emergency medical services at the Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) resumes after suspension of more than three hours today.
29 October 2017, 09:11 AM
Womb stitched with fetus inside: Comilla civil surgeon summoned
The High Court summons the civil surgeon of Comilla and two others to appear before it on November 7 to explain their role regarding the incident of stitching a woman’s womb leaving a fetus inside following a surgery.
29 October 2017, 06:33 AM
Contact with dogs could protect kids against eczema and asthma
Growing up in a household with dogs may protect children against eczema and asthma, according to two studies presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting in Boston, USA, October 26-30.
29 October 2017, 05:40 AM
Pollution linked to 9 million deaths worldwide in 2015
Pollution is linked to an estimated 9 million deaths each year worldwide — equivalent to 1 in 6 (16%) of all deaths, according to a major
28 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Improving sexual and reproductive health and rights knowledge
The Population Council has conducted a unique evaluation study titled “Evaluation of the Effectiveness of the HERhealth Model for
28 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Deaths declined, but still counting
In 2016, an estimated 90,000 people died from measles — an 84% drop from more than 550,000 deaths in 2000 — according to a
28 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Birth weight and growth of our babies — where are we?
Taking weight at birth is very important and it dictates the physician what measurement to be taken soon after birth to reduce the morbidity and mortality of neonate.
28 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Quinoa: The super grain
Super grain Quinoa was first cultivated over 5,000 years ago and it was called mother of all grains. This plant based gluten free protein is pronounced as ‘Keen Waa’. In this article we will try to uncover the health and beauty secrets behind these super crops.
28 October 2017, 18:00 PM
World Stroke Day: Some simple lifestyle changes to cut the risk
Ahead of World Stroke Day, October 29, here are some preventative measures that could help reduce the risk of stroke and keep the heart healthy.
28 October 2017, 10:41 AM
Breakthroughs bring gene-editing therapies into view
Two teams of scientists unveil a new generation of programmable molecular machines that can seamlessly repair tiny but deadly errors in the genetic coding of living organisms.
26 October 2017, 12:11 PM
Brain implants restore movement in paralysed animals
A team of researchers in Switzerland works to reverse paralysis. The key lies in the usage of tiny wireless spinal implants that helps the brain to communicate with the paralyzed parts of the body once again, reports Mashable.
25 October 2017, 15:37 PM
Study reveals possible factors increasing risk of postpartum depression
New US research reveals some of the factors that could be influencing the risk of postpartum depression (PPD), including giving birth in fall or summer, not having anesthesia, and delivering babies earlier in pregnancy.
24 October 2017, 06:32 AM
Could mindfulness benefit breast cancer survivors?
The American Cancer Society estimates that about 250,000 women in the United States is going to be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, joining the approximately 3.1 million breast-cancer survivors who have completed treatment or are still undergoing it.
22 October 2017, 05:23 AM
UNESCO awards Bangladeshi microbiologist
Professor Dr Samir Saha, an eminent microbiologist of Bangladesh has been announced for UNESCO Carlos J. Finlay Prize in Microbiology
21 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Taking iron every other day linked to better absorption in women
Taking iron supplements every other day instead of daily is associated with increased iron absorption in women with low iron levels,
21 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Apollo Hospitals Dhaka observed World Spine Day
Every year on October 16, people from around the world join together to observe World Spine Day to raise awareness about spinal
21 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Cancer medical mission 2017 initiated at NICRH
Cancer medical mission 2017, a week long programme, was initiated jointly by the Partners for World Health and Rotary club of Dhaka
21 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Ways to get brighter, whiter teeth
Have your pearly whites lost their luster because of dingy gray or yellow stains? Stained teeth can occur as we age, but some common
21 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Cardiogram now available on Android Wear
Heart health app Cardiogram announces that it is now available on Android Wear, enabling Android users to benefit from using the popular app, which has previously been available on wearables such as the Apple Watch and Garmin devices.
21 October 2017, 07:03 AM
Top tips to stay healthy this fall
Heading into fall also signals the start of flu season, as the temperature drops and we spend more time wrapped up indoors. To help protect yourself from any bugs being passed around at work or picked up at school, follow these simple tips for a healthier season for all the family.
18 October 2017, 12:46 PM