Mosquito Control: DSCC launches drives to combat dengue

As dengue-related deaths and infections continue to climb, the Dhaka South City Corporation conducted a special mosquito control and cleanliness drive yesterday in the capital’s Dhanmondi area.
25 April 2025, 19:12 PM

One dies of dengue

9 hospitalised in 24 hours
25 April 2025, 15:01 PM

Govt planning to integrate 3 types of health workers in rural areas

They are family‑planning assistants, health assistants, and community healthcare providers, who work at community clinics
24 April 2025, 14:46 PM

icddr,b to launch 'cutting edge' cancer diagnostic service

"This is the most comprehensive molecular testing service of its kind in the country"
23 April 2025, 12:31 PM

Why are onion prices rising abruptly?

Onion prices have been increasing over the past weeks, as farmers and traders release fewer stocks to local markets in the hope of better returns amid the government’s suspension of imports
22 April 2025, 15:40 PM

DNCC administrator calls for dedicated dengue units in hospitals

"Free dengue testing has been arranged at all DNCC urban health centers and maternity centers"
22 April 2025, 12:26 PM

Sreemangal Health Complex: Patients suffer due to shortage of doctors, nurses

Patients are being deprived of essential healthcare services at the 50-bed Sreemangal Upazila Health Complex in Moulvibazar due to an acute shortage of doctors, nurses, and technical staffers.
19 April 2025, 20:27 PM

Global guidelines released for Meningitis diagnosis and care

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released its first global guidelines for the diagnosis, treatment, and care of meningitis, aiming to accelerate detection, ensure timely treatment, and enhance long-term care.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Simple mindfulness techniques for stress relief and better well-being

Mindfulness is a powerful practice that can enhance mental and physical health.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Emotional first aid: Why we need to treat psychological wounds like physical ones

If you got a deep cut, you would clean it and apply a bandage.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Beat the headache: Top treatments and tips for lasting relief

Headaches are a common yet disruptive ailment, ranging from mild discomfort to severe pain.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM

New guidance calls for urgent transformation of mental health policies

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has launched new guidance aimed at helping countries strengthen their mental health policies and systems.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Nighttime habits that help you burn fat and sleep better

Losing weight is not just about what you eat or how much you exercise—it is also about the small habits you follow at night.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Running stronger, safer: What is behind the drop in cardiac deaths?

Long-distance running continues to attract millions, and while it is known for boosting cardiovascular fitness, rare but serious heart-related emergencies can still occur during races.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Essential commodities: Price spiral hits fixed-income families hard

Supply chain experts and consumer rights activists blame the absence of consistent market monitoring, dwindling supply of winter vegetables, and the end of VAT exemptions granted during Ramadan.
18 April 2025, 18:01 PM

Landmark agreement reached at WHO over tackling future pandemics

Aimed at avoiding a repeat of the mistakes made during the Covid-19 crisis
16 April 2025, 03:12 AM

Soybean oil price hike temporary: commerce adviser

Improved supply and increased competition will help bring down prices soon, he says
15 April 2025, 12:03 PM

Commerce ministry to sit today as refiners seek to hike soybean oil prices

The commerce ministry is going to hold a meeting tomorrow after edible oil refiners sought to hike prices of soybean oil by Tk 14 or 8 percent for each litre of packaged oil
13 April 2025, 18:40 PM

60 more injured to go abroad for treatment

The government will send an additional 60 individuals injured during the July-August mass uprising abroad for advanced medical treatment, Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum said yesterday.
13 April 2025, 18:27 PM

Dengue claims 2 more lives

At least two people died of dengue and 22 were hospitalised across the country in the 24 hours till yesterday morning, raising this year’s death toll to 16 and the total number of cases to 2,074, according to the DGHS.
12 April 2025, 20:40 PM