Season’s first dengue death recorded

The first death from dengue this year was reported yesterday, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
21 June 2022, 18:00 PM

Singapore confirms imported monkeypox case

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed an imported case of monkeypox here.
21 June 2022, 17:37 PM

First dengue death of 2022 in Bangladesh recorded

The first death from dengue this year was reported today (June 21, 2022), according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
21 June 2022, 12:12 PM

1 Covid-19 death again in 24 hours, 874 cases reported

At least 874 new Covid-19 cases were recorded in 24 hours till 8:00 am today, said a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
21 June 2022, 11:12 AM

India’s Apollo partners with Bangladesh’s Imperial for super-speciality hospital in Ctg

In its first major foray in Bangladesh, India’s Apollo Hospitals group has announced that it has signed a brand licensing operations and management agreement with Chattogam-based Imperial Hospital Ltd for a super-speciality hospital in the port city.
21 June 2022, 08:21 AM

Without public hearing, it’s ‘illegal’: CAB

Consumers Association of Bangladesh has said the process of fixing fuel prices without holding any public hearings is “illegal”.
20 June 2022, 18:00 PM

First Covid death after 20 days

Bangladesh registered one Covid-related death with 873 fresh cases in 24 hours till yesterday morning.
20 June 2022, 18:00 PM

Govt to set up 5 burn units in 5 divisions

The government has taken a plan to set up burn units in five divisional medical colleges and hospitals in the country with Saudi Arabian funding, Health Minister Zahid Maleque told parliament yesterday.
20 June 2022, 18:00 PM

8 burn units to be set up across Bangladesh: Health Minister

The government has taken plans to set up eight burn units across the country.
20 June 2022, 15:23 PM

1 dead, 873 Covid-19 cases reported in 24 hours

At least 873 new Covid-19 cases were recorded in 24 hours till 8am today, said a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
20 June 2022, 10:55 AM

Rising covid rate: Flood shelters left vulnerable

With the health directorate reporting 7.38 percent Covid positivity rate yesterday, the highest in the last four months, a top health official said the transmission might spread faster among people living in shelter centres in the flood-hit areas for not following health safety rules properly.
20 June 2022, 02:00 AM

Covid-19 on the rise again: 596 cases in a day

At least 596 new Covid-19 cases were recorded in 24 hours till 8:00 am today, said a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
19 June 2022, 11:48 AM

Covid-19: US to rollout vaccines for children, infants soon

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Saturday recommended COVID-19 vaccines for children as young as six months, allowing a nationwide rollout to start next week.
19 June 2022, 02:58 AM

Positivity rate still above five

The number of Covid-19 cases declined yesterday as the health directorate reported 304 cases.
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM

Constrictive bronchiolitis — A possible adverse effect of vaping

Lung biopsies showed this pathology in four e-cigarette users. Electronic cigarette or vaping–associated lung injury (EVALI) is a well-described acute condition, but we know little about its long-term repercussions.
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM

Beat the heat

Summer brings dehydration, sunburn, and skin concerns. So, during this season, drink plenty of water. Here are some ways to stay cool and hydrated.
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM

Tips for better sleep when you have insomnia

Sleep gives us day-to-day energy. So, a good night’s sleep is best. Tips for a good night’s sleep are:
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM

Deal with your frustration

Frustration is commonly seen in modern times, especially in youngsters and students. Self-harm and suicide, therefore, are on the rise. Here are a few ways to escape:
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM

Urinary tract infection: Facts you must know

Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common type of infection that can affect any part of the urinary tract, including the urethra, ureter, bladder and kidneys.
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM

Covid-19: 304 cases recorded in 24 hours, current positivity rate 5.94%

At least 304 new Covid-19 cases were recorded in 24 hours till 8:00 am today, said a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
18 June 2022, 11:01 AM