Prof Ziaur Rahman appointed Sylhet Medical University VC
Star Online Report
27 April 2026, 21:10 PM Health
Dil Afroza appointed new DG of Nursing and Midwifery directorate
Star Online Report
26 April 2026, 20:20 PM Health
7 more suspected measles deaths reported in 24 hrs
Star Online Report
26 April 2026, 17:34 PM Health
WHO approves first Malaria drug for babies
Deutsche Welle
26 April 2026, 09:10 AM World
Chicken prices drop in Dhaka markets
UNB, Dhaka
25 April 2026, 00:00 AM Price of essentials
Measles outbreak linked to vaccination gaps: Health minister
Our Correspondent, Munshiganj
24 April 2026, 21:50 PM Health
Don’t turn away measles patients
Staff Correspondent
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM Disease
7 districts in line for new medical colleges: Health minister
Star Online Report
22 April 2026, 19:38 PM Health

Agro‑entrepreneur cultivates grapes over pond, inspires locals

Abul Kalam Azad plants 1,200 vines of 22 varieties across homestead and pond
18 April 2026, 20:40 PM
18 April 2026, 14:05 PM

Experts urge front-of-package labelling to tackle rising NCDs risks

Health experts and activists have stressed introducing front-of-package labelling (FOPL) on ultra-processed food products to combat the spread of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the country.
18 April 2026, 00:00 AM

3 more die of measles in 24 hrs

DGHS records two more deaths with measles‑like symptoms during same period
17 April 2026, 20:53 PM

From progress to pushback: Why reproductive rights are slipping worldwide

As global leaders prepare to convene at the Women Deliver 2026 in Melbourne, a pressing concern looms large: the growing rollback of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). For Professor Sarah Hawkes—a global health expert at Monash University and co-CEO of Global 50/50—this moment is not an isolated crisis but part of a broader, deeply political global shift. In an interview with The Daily Star, she reflects on the forces driving this backlash, the limitations of data in policymaking, and why the future of global health may depend on rethinking power itself.
16 April 2026, 18:11 PM

Measles death toll rises to 34 as two more die: DGHS

Six more suspected measles deaths reported in same period
16 April 2026, 17:22 PM

CCC, Doctors Without Borders join hands to combat dengue in Chattogram

MoU signed to enhance prevention, surveillance, and clinical management
16 April 2026, 16:36 PM

Much-hyped Alzheimer's drugs do not help patients, review finds

Researchers have long sought a way to eliminate this plaque, believing it could be the cause of the most common form of dementia which affects millions of elderly people every year.
16 April 2026, 08:46 AM

Measles death toll rises to 32 as Dhaka reports new fatality: DGHS

Two more suspected measles deaths reported in same period
15 April 2026, 18:01 PM

1 more dies of confirmed measles in a day: DGHS

8 more suspected deaths in the same period
14 April 2026, 18:50 PM

Measles deaths rise to 30 as DGHS reports two more fatalities

Number of suspected deaths now 156 as DGHS records five more suspected deaths in 24 hours
13 April 2026, 18:51 PM

Prof Dr Rafiqus Salehin appointed KMU VC

Prof Salehin will serve as VC for a period of four years from the date of his joining
13 April 2026, 17:55 PM

Thailand’s MedPark Hospital offers next-generation medical care for Bangladeshi patients

Bangladeshi patients now have enhanced access to advanced, next-generation medical care through MedPark Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand
13 April 2026, 02:18 AM

BMU VC calls for study on measles booster doses

Prof FM Siddiqui notes infections found in infants under six months
12 April 2026, 23:38 PM

Measles-rubella vaccination drive begins in Dhaka, Mymensingh, Barishal cities

MA Muhit, state minister for health, inaugurated the programme at Karail slum in the capital
12 April 2026, 13:45 PM

Tk 506cr new unit remains idle for lack of manpower at Neurosciences Hospital

Parvin Begum came to the National Institute of Neurosciences and Hospital (NINS) along with one of her ailing relatives who needed treatment there. However, she suddenly felt dizzy, collapsed and became critically ill.
12 April 2026, 03:48 AM

Measles shot drive begins today in Dhaka, Barisal, Mymensingh cities

Around 12.20 lakh children aged six months to under five years expected to be vaccinated under this initiative
11 April 2026, 21:53 PM

Measles Vaccination: Govt fast-tracks nationwide drive

The government has advanced the launch of a special measles and rubella vaccination drive to April 20 from May 3 as measles cases continue to surge.
9 April 2026, 03:33 AM

10 more suspected measles deaths reported, toll rises to 138

DGHS records 1,599 confirmed cases since March 15
8 April 2026, 19:39 PM

Scuffle between DU students, doctors at DMCH; emergency services suspended

Several people from both sides injured after a dispute over a prescription
8 April 2026, 19:31 PM