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3 more die with suspected measles, combined toll now 863
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6 more die with measles-like symptoms, combined toll reaches 860
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471 more hospitalised with dengue in 24 hours
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Voluntary unpaid blood donations must increase
Voluntary, unpaid blood donations must be increased rapidly in more than half the world’s countries in order to ensure a reliable
18 June 2016, 18:00 PM
Benefits of isabgol
Isabgol is a natural product which is a common household item found in almost every home in Bangladesh. There are many
18 June 2016, 18:00 PM
Pioneering cancer drug combination approved
A pioneering pair of cancer drugs that unleash the immune system on tumours will be paid for by the NHS in England.
17 June 2016, 09:58 AM
Upazila health complex in poor health
The 50-bed Dewanganj Upazila Health Complex in the district is running with inoperative medical equipment and
16 June 2016, 18:00 PM
Very hot drinks 'probably' cause cancer: UN agency
Drinking very hot drinks "probably" causes cancer of the oesophagus, a UN agency said Wednesday, lifting suspicion from coffee consumed at "normal serving temperatures".
15 June 2016, 15:43 PM
SC also for stopping production of 20 drug companies
Supreme Court upholds a High Court order that directed the government to halt production of 20 pharmaceutical companies for manufacturing substandard drugs. The apex court also asks the HC to hear and dispose of the rule over legality of the government’s inaction to stop production of the 20 companies by August 18.
15 June 2016, 05:22 AM
Obesity boom 'fuelling rise in malnutrition'
Malnutrition is sweeping the world, fuelled by obesity as well as starvation, new research has suggested.
14 June 2016, 06:11 AM
New blood test targets depression
UK scientists have developed a blood test to help doctors pick the best drug for patients with depression, reports BBC.
11 June 2016, 18:00 PM
Save the Children, Bangladesh project awarded
A project of Save the Children, Bangladesh won Civil Society Innovation Award initiated by Australian government this year, says
11 June 2016, 18:00 PM
World Clubfoot Day 2016 celebrated
The Glencoe Foundation celebrated World Clubfoot Day on June 6, 2016, says a press release. The goal of World Clubfoot day
11 June 2016, 18:00 PM
10 warning signs of ulcers
Ulcer is the result of an imbalance in your digestive fluids. It is considered to be a painful sore in the stomach lining or at the opening of the small intestine. Below are the 10 warning signs of ulcers you should know:
11 June 2016, 18:00 PM
Foods that may help or harm your sleep
What you eat affects how you sleep. If you could pick the right foods to help you get the best sleep possible, wouldn't you?
11 June 2016, 18:00 PM
Pre-pregnancy preparation
Most of the mothers of Bangladesh conceive without any prior preparation. When she realises that she is pregnant, the age of the baby in the womb is perhaps two months. The success of life in every step depends on adequate planning and preparation accordingly. Child bearing is not exceptional.
11 June 2016, 18:00 PM
Healthcare limping due to shortage of doctors
Lalmonirhat Sadar Hospital cannot provide healthcare to the patients due to a shortage of doctors.
8 June 2016, 18:00 PM
Pvt Medical Service Bill 2016 on the cards: Health Minister
Health Minister Mohammad Nasim tells parliament that the Private Medical Service Bill 2016 is on the cards for updating the private health service fees and making those time-befitting ones.
8 June 2016, 13:28 PM
Gene editing technique could transform future
A technique for making precise changes to the genetic material of cells holds huge promise for combating disease, says Fergus Walsh.
6 June 2016, 05:10 AM
Writ seeks 20 pharma companies’ licence cancellation
A writ petition is filed seeking the High Court directives upon the government to cancel licences of 20 pharmaceuticals companies on charge of producing substandard medicines.
5 June 2016, 08:51 AM
[Watch] Simple ways to get rid of your pain in office
Sitting on your office desk everyday for hours can not only take a toll on your tummy-line, but can severely affect your posture and cause back and neck pain.
5 June 2016, 07:41 AM
Kidney racket at top Delhi hospital
Indian police say they have uncovered an illegal trade in human kidneys in one the leading private hospitals in the capital, Delhi.
5 June 2016, 05:23 AM
Prostate cancer aggression linked to waist size
Men with larger waistlines could be at higher risk of developing aggressive prostate cancer, a study has suggested.
4 June 2016, 18:00 PM