Chocolate, once dismissed as a guilty pleasure, is now reclaiming its identity as a functional food. No longer merely a sugary indulgence, functional chocolate is emerging as a smart fusion of taste and nutrition, blending traditional cocoa goodness with scientifically backed bioactive compounds.

November 14 marks World Diabetes Day 2025. According to the latest International Diabetes Federation (IDF) report, 1 out of 9 adults is living with diabetes as of 2025, and 40% of them are unaware that they even have diabetes. The majority of these adults reside in low- and middle-income countries, such as Bangladesh.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) released new guidance for countries on ways to counter the immediate and long-term effects of sudden and severe cuts to external funding, which are disrupting the delivery of essential health services in many countries.

A pioneering brain–computer interface (BCI) implant has restored functional central vision to patients suffering from geographic atrophy (GA), a severe form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) — a leading cause of blindness worldwide. The results of this landmark clinical trial have been published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), marking what scientists call a “paradigm shift” in vision restoration.

The convenience of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is undeniable. Yet, it raises questions about our cognitive habits. Concerns are emerging that over-reliance on AI may affect critical thinking, problem-solving, and intellectual development. What actually happens to the human brain when it no longer needs to think as hard?

Thirteen-year-old Mohammad Abdul, a resident of Chandpur, has been undergoing treatment in the dengue ward at Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College Hospital since Thursday, as his parents felt uncomfortable continuing treatment at the overcrowded district hospital.

The retail price of onions in Dhaka has jumped by up to Tk 30 per kilogramme in just a week, driven by a sharp drop in supply.

Three deaths reported from DSCC and one each from DNCC and Mymensingh divisions

Five deaths reported from DSCC, three from DNCC, one each from Khulna and Barishal divisions

August 2024 saw highest number of war-wounded Rohingya treated by MSF

Experts blame shifting rainfall patterns, rising temperatures, and high humidity for the unusual surge in infections

1,101 hospitalised across the country during this period

1,147 hospitalised across the country during this period

With 1,162 new dengue patients reported yesterday, the total number of cases this year has risen to 71,675. That is 8,510 more than the same period last year.

Three deaths from DSCC, one each from DNCC and Rajshahi division

In a factory outside Gazipur, a 19-year-old operator once told a counsellor from SAJIDA Foundation, “Apa, my hands don’t shake because of the machines. They shake because of what I am carrying inside my chest.” She was not alone. Across Bangladesh, countless people carry their struggles silently

Observed globally on 27 October, World Occupational Therapy Day celebrates the vital role occupational therapists play in helping people live fuller, more independent lives. This year’s theme, “Occupational Therapy in Action,” underscores the profession’s hands-on approach to improving daily functioning and overall wellbeing.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) and global partners released the 2025 Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change report, warning that continued reliance on fossil fuels and slow adaptation to climate change were already causing devastating health impacts worldwide.

Across Bangladesh, a growing number of wellness and awareness programmes are inspiring people to prioritise their physical and mental wellbeing through community-driven experiences.

The Oncology Club Bangladesh recently organised the Bangladesh International Cancer Congress (BICC) 2025, where experts called for mandatory cancer screening in select cases to ensure early detection and reduce mortality rates, according to a press release.