Chattogram city: Multidrug-resistant organisms found in drinking water

A recent study has confirmed the presence of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDRO) in the drinking water at various restaurants, tea stalls, food carts, and diagnostic centres across Chattogram city, posing serious public health concerns.
25 November 2024, 18:00 PM

2 die of dengue

934 hospitalised till this morning
25 November 2024, 12:06 PM

What you should know about uterine fibroids

Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths in or on the uterus, common in women and individuals assigned female at birth. By age 50, up to 80% will develop fibroids, though many may not notice symptoms.
23 November 2024, 18:00 PM

Global trends in cardiovascular disease: rising burden in transitioning regions

Cardiovascular disease remains a leading global cause of death and disability, with ischemic heart disease and stroke accounting for 16% and 11% of total deaths in 2019, respectively. While global incidence rates for these conditions have generally declined over the past three decades, certain regions are experiencing increases, according to a study in PLOS Global Public Health led by Wanghong Xu of Fudan University.
23 November 2024, 18:00 PM

Achieving remission in type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes remission refers to a state where blood sugar levels return to normal or prediabetic levels without the need for diabetes medications, especially insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents. It is important to note that remission does not mean a cure; rather, it indicates effective management of the condition to the point where glucose levels remain in a healthy range for an extended period.
23 November 2024, 18:00 PM

A global push for cervical cancer elimination

As the world unites for the “Day of Action for Cervical Cancer Elimination,” efforts are in full swing to spotlight the importance of prevention and treatment.
23 November 2024, 18:00 PM

Sudden cardiac arrest: The hidden threat to healthy young lives

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) occurs when the heart abruptly stops functioning, leading to haemodynamic collapse and sudden death. It can manifest within an hour of symptom onset in witnessed cases or within 24 hours in unwitnessed cases. In autopsy findings, it is described as a natural, unexpected death due to cardiac or unknown causes.
23 November 2024, 18:00 PM

Educate. Advocate. Act now

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites no longer respond to antimicrobial agents. As a result of drug resistance, antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents become ineffective, and infections become difficult or impossible to treat, increasing the risk of disease spread, severe illness, and death.
23 November 2024, 18:00 PM

US reports first bird-flu case in a child

A child in California has become the first in the United States to test positive for bird flu infection, authorities said Friday
23 November 2024, 03:11 AM

Eye Care: Bangladesh keen to work with Orbis

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has expressed Bangladesh’s willingness to collaborate with global non-profit Orbis International to expand eye care services across the country.
22 November 2024, 19:54 PM

Climate change behind prolonged dengue season

In the first 22 days in November, the country has already witnessed over 123 deaths and 23,009 dengue cases, showing an alarming trend this year.
22 November 2024, 19:42 PM

Potato price soars to Tk 80 per kg

The price of potatoes, harvested in the previous season, has increased by Tk 10 in a week and now are selling at Tk 80 a kg, which traders say is an all-time high.
22 November 2024, 18:51 PM

Boosting self-esteem: Overcoming insecurities

Occasional self-doubt is normal, but persistent insecurity can impact your happiness, relationships, and career. Building self-esteem takes effort, but small, intentional changes can make a big difference.
22 November 2024, 18:00 PM

2 die of dengue

458 patients hospitalised till this morning
22 November 2024, 13:04 PM

Dengue claims 9 more lives

Nine more deaths from dengue were reported in the 24 hours until yesterday morning, raising the death toll from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 436 this year.
21 November 2024, 22:00 PM

Dengue claims 9 more lives, 1,214 hospitalised in 24 hours

Of the deaths, five were reported in Dhaka North City Corporation, three in Dhaka South City Corporation, and one in Rajshahi division
21 November 2024, 12:58 PM

Five more die of dengue; 1,034 hospitalised

At least 5 more people died of dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am today as the country grapples with an outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease...Of the 5 deaths, two deaths each reported in Dhaka and Khulna divisions . One death has been reported in Barishal...At least 1
20 November 2024, 12:21 PM

Cold-related diseases overwhelm Jashore General Hospital's paediatric ward

The majority are battling illnesses such as fever, sore throat, shortness of breath, and diarrhoea, hospital sources said.
20 November 2024, 09:16 AM

1 more die of dengue, 1,052 hospitalised

Of those latest infected, 242 patients were admitted to hospitals under Dhaka North City Corporation, while 151 were hospitalised in Dhaka South City Corporation
19 November 2024, 12:47 PM

TCB prepares 57 lakh smart family cards to prevent duplication

The Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) has prepared 57 lakh smart family cards for beneficiaries after verifying information as per their national identity card (NID) to check duplication in distribution of goods
18 November 2024, 15:13 PM