2 die of dengue, 672 hospitalised in 24 hours
9 August 2026
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6 more die with measles-like symptoms; death toll reaches 873
9 August 2026
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Disease
World Breastfeeding Week / Breastfeeding begins with a mother—but succeeds with a system
9 August 2026
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Health
Too hot to handle: staying safe as temperatures rise
9 August 2026
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Health
Stress Management / A calmer life may be closer than you think
9 August 2026
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Health
When ‘staying strong’ starts hurting your health
9 August 2026
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Health
Pain in every step: Simple ways to protect your legs
9 August 2026
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Health
Her reproductive future may begin at six—what families should know
9 August 2026
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Health
4 more die of measles, measles-like symptoms; death toll rises to 867
8 August 2026
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Disease
3 more die with suspected measles, combined toll now 863
7 August 2026
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Disease
Can’t sleep? Eat less to curb insomnia’s effects
To minimise the effects of insomnia, avoid that trip to the fridge on nights when you can't sleep, a new study suggests.
7 June 2015
Know the reasons of infertility
For a male, any congenital defect in his reproductive organ may lead to infertility. So if a male child is observed to be born with any abnormality in his reproductive organ, the parents are advised to consult with the doctor.
6 June 2015
Five steps to beat inflammation
What we put into our bodies nutritionally and how we treat our bodies physically can have a huge impact on our overall health, including inflammation. This article will
6 June 2015
Height increase is possible!
A larger set of population with short stature are very unhappy about their height. Patient with psychological state of short stature dysphoria seem to feel an intense need to
6 June 2015
Six benefits of restful sleep
1. Supports healthy mood: Adequate sleep leads to a fresh and cheerful mood.
6 June 2015
Culture may influence how women experience menopause
Even though hormonal changes after menopause produce similar symptoms in many women, cultural differences can still shape how people experience this stage of life, a
6 June 2015
Health, social costs outweigh tax revenue from tobacco
The revenue generated by taxing tobacco industries is not cost effective for Bangladesh as it is always outweighed by health and social
31 May 2015
All types of smoking dangerous for the heart: European Society of Cardiology
Electronic cigarettes, hookahs and waterpipes are just as bad for you as traditional cigarettes, warns the European Society of Cardiology.
31 May 2015
10 reasons to love Onions
The humble onion is found in every kitchen, but its curative powers makes it an important medicinal plant too. A quick glimpse at their incredible health benefits:
30 May 2015
Break the silence around menstrual hygiene
Worldwide 28th May is celebrated as World Menstrual Hygiene Day and WASH United is the initiator of this day from the year 2014.
30 May 2015
Obesity increases risk for common heart rhythm disorder
Obesity increases the risk for atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm disorder that can lead to blood clots, stroke and heart failure, a new analysis recently published in JACC Clinical Electrophysiology suggests.
30 May 2015
Call for international solidarity on tobacco packaging laws
Evidence shows that effective health warnings — including large and shocking pictures and strong clear language — motivate smokers to quit and discourage non-smokers from starting.
30 May 2015
Lung cancer therapy is 'milestone'
A lung cancer therapy can more than double life expectancy in some patients, a "milestone" trial shows.
30 May 2015
Menstrual hygiene day observed
Global Menstrual Hygiene Day 2015 was observed first time in the country on Thursday with a call to create awareness about menstrual hygiene management.
29 May 2015
Community engagement to further improve maternal health stressed
The maternal and child health situation of Bangladesh can further improve if the best practices are scaled up through community engagement, observed speakers at an experience sharing meeting in the capital yesterday.
26 May 2015
Maternity and poverty: Fistula in Bangladesh
Fistula needs a concerted and collective effort. A fistula-free Bangladesh claims all of us. Awareness is not all, but only a small step.
23 May 2015
Dos and don'ts of contact lenses
Specialists have noticed a rise in eye infections among contact-lens wearers and are warning users to take extra care.
23 May 2015
Do you really need a CT scan?
Medical imaging (Computed Tomography or CT scan, X-rays, MRI etc.) tests have become increasingly concerned about their overuse,
23 May 2015
Summer tips for a healthy heart
The arrival of spring and summer means days at the pool, family picnics and other outdoor activities. Here are some tips from the
23 May 2015
Depression makes heart failure worse
People with heart failure must be screened for signs of depression and offered counselling, scientists say.
23 May 2015