How parents behave is linked to suicide risk: study

Teenagers who feel their parents rarely express interest in their emotional well-being are far more likely to consider suicide than youths who say their parents are involved and proud of them, US researchers say.
6 December 2017, 05:16 AM

Does living near a busy road have an effect on heart health?

A new US study has found that living near a busy road is associated with peripheral artery disease and high blood pressure in those already at high risk for heart disease, adding to the growing body of research that highlights the dangers of traffic-related air pollution.
5 December 2017, 09:28 AM

Trouble mounts for Sanofi dengue vaccine over safety concerns

The World Health Organization said on Monday it hopes to review safety data on Sanofi's dengue vaccine this month, while the Philippines ordered an investigation of its now suspended massive immunization program after the French drugmaker said it could actually worsen the disease in some cases.
5 December 2017, 05:17 AM

Men at higher risk of dying of AIDS than women: UNAIDS

Men are less likely to test for HIV or access antiretroviral therapy and, therefore, are more likely to die of AIDS-related illnesses than women, UNAIDS says.
4 December 2017, 06:44 AM

Marriage can make you crazy, but it deters dementia too

Marriage may test one's sanity, but living into old age with a partner also lowers the risk of dementia, researchers says.
29 November 2017, 06:47 AM

Flies can help in public health surveillance: Study

Science could soon unleash a most incongruous army in the war against disease - one composed of filthy flies.
27 November 2017, 04:34 AM

Stay healthy this winter

It may be cold outside, but winter need not be the unhealthiest time of year for you and your family. Here are ways to make sure that,
25 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Sleep deprivation is killing you

New research has found that sleep deprivation is causing Non communicable disease (NCD) in Bangladesh. This effect is triggered by
25 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Fathers' depression tied to increased depression risk in teenage children

Children with depressed fathers are at increased risk for developing depression themselves when they reach adolescence, according to a
25 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Physiotherapy in ICU

Nowadays physiotherapists are an integral part of a multidisciplinary team in most of the intensive care units (ICU) in Bangladesh.
25 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Things that can cause bad breath

Many of us are embarrassed with the bad breath produced in our mouth. It might not be what you ate. Get the lowdown on
25 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Live head transplant ‘never’ allowed in China

A former vice-minister of health in China dismissed the possibility of clinical trials involving a human head transplant, adding that an experiment done in China had severely violated ethical rules.
25 November 2017, 04:51 AM

Even low levels of physical activity can reduce cardiovascular risk in seniors

New European research finds that when it comes to exercising in our senior years, something is better than nothing for reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
24 November 2017, 04:56 AM

Disordered eating can have long-term negative health effects: Study

A new European study finds that disordered eating can have a long-term negative effect on health, such as higher body weight and lower psychological well-being, leading to researchers to emphasize the need for earlier recognition and treatment in order to avoid these negative consequences later in life.
23 November 2017, 07:24 AM

How to keep blood sugar levels normal and stable

Diabetic patients will be relieved to know that they need not totally remove their favourite foods from their to-eat list. There are a few ways to achieve normal and stable blood sugar ­levels. Dietitian Poh Kai Ling explains how.
22 November 2017, 05:07 AM

Flu vaccine can prevent hospitalization in children: Study

New Canadian research finds that children who have been vaccinated against influenza, also known as flu, are significantly less likely to end up in hospital because of the virus.
21 November 2017, 07:46 AM

Praava Health partnered with Joslin Diabetes Centre

Praava Health announces a new partnership with USA-based Joslin Diabetes Centre to connect patients in Bangladesh with world class
18 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Prottoy launched anti-drug awareness campaign

Recently a press conference was held at the premises of Prottoy Medical Clinic Ltd. to launch a nationwide anti-drug awareness campaign
18 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Hypertension redefined 130 systolic or above

New guidelines from the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association (AHA), among others, define substantially more
18 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Workplace bullying and violence are risk factors for type 2 diabetes

Workplace bullying and violence may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, for both men and women, according to new research published
18 November 2017, 18:00 PM