Toddler from Dhaka got successful liver transplant

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital provided a new lease of life to a 2 year 11 month old toddler from Dhaka, Bangladesh who developed
18 November 2017, 18:00 PM

New global commitment to end tuberculosis

Recently, 75 ministers agreed to take urgent action to end tuberculosis (TB) by 2030. The announcement came at the first World
18 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Pregnancy-related conditions can increase health risks for mum, dad: Study

New Canadian research has found that women who have diabetes or high blood pressure during pregnancy are at a higher risk of developing both of the conditions and heart disease years later, and that partners are also at an increased risk.
15 November 2017, 09:47 AM

Eating variety of nuts linked to lower heart disease risk

People who regularly snack on a variety of nuts may face a lower risk of heart disease than people who don't, says the largest study of its kind. .
15 November 2017, 04:59 AM

Women less likely to get CPR from bystanders: Study

Women are less likely than men to get Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) from a bystander and more likely to die, a new study suggests, and researchers think reluctance to touch a woman’s chest might be one reason.
13 November 2017, 06:21 AM

Miracle cure costs less than a budget airline flight

The revolution in generic drugs means that a 12-week course of drugs to cure hepatitis C can be manufactured for just US$50 – as low
11 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Small steps towards a frog leap

Future medicine will be banking on prevention. The best prevention is vaccination. Though some simple prevention at home vis-a-vis
11 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Why you should care more about glaucoma

Glaucoma is a condition that can damage your optic nerve, usually because of too much pressure in your eye. The optic nerve does an
11 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Babies have senses in the womb

We very often talk about child, teenage and adult psychology, but rarely talk or think about foetal psychology. Having a healthy child in
11 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Mental health in the workplace

Globally, more than 300 million people suffer from depression, the leading cause of disability, with many of these people also
11 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Faecal transplantation might help IBS symptoms

Faecal microbiota transplantation may improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), according to a study in the Lancet
4 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Seminar and workshop on deworming

A dialogue exchange seminar and workshop on deworming to observe the national deworming week 2017 took place in Dhaka recently,
4 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Better access to healthcare for mothers in Nijhum Dwip

Establishing a normal delivery centre in the Nijhum Dwip island at Hatiya Upazila by the local government with the technical support from
4 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Key reasons why the obese do not receive adequate care

Few of the more than 90 million Americans with obesity are seeking and receiving long-term obesity care, according to new data from
4 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Infertility leads to an increased risk of mortality in women: study

Women with a history of infertility have a 10% increased risk of death compared to those without infertility problems, reports a new American study. The difficulty in conceiving is thought to expose them to significant risks of dying of breast cancer or type 2 diabetes.
3 November 2017, 05:18 AM

Heart health: How to boost potassium intake

Potassium is an essential mineral that some people tend to lack. It is essential for the transmission of nerve impulses, as well as muscle contraction (particularly the heart) and good kidney function, and plays a role in fighting high blood pressure, a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease and stroke.
2 November 2017, 05:27 AM

World Vegan Day 2017: Tips to get key nutrients with plant-based diet

Wednesday, November 1 marks World Vegan Day and kicks off World Vegan Month.
1 November 2017, 13:58 PM

Breastfeeding for 2 months cuts the risk of SIDS in half: Study

A new international study finds that breastfeeding for just two months cuts a baby's risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) almost in half.
1 November 2017, 10:49 AM

Fish, fish oil supplements can prevent childhood asthma

New research suggests that taking fish oil supplements while pregnant is one way to reduce the risk of asthma in children.
1 November 2017, 05:28 AM

‘Food and drink trends that will define 2018’

Transparency and traceability, new taste sensations and self-care are among some of the food trends predicted to make headlines in 2018, according to analysts at market research group Mintel.
31 October 2017, 04:48 AM