PM seeks people’s cooperation to prevent dengue, build clean Bangladesh
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PM launches three-month nationwide dengue prevention campaign
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Online survey finds 5.5% of respondents aged 18-24 currently use newer tobacco products
10 September 2026
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Reuters Exclusive / Saima Wazed Putul resigns as WHO regional head after fraud allegations
10 September 2026
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Health
JS body orders action as audit finds irregular commissions at BMU
8 September 2026
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Health
Contraceptive, medicine supply to become normal in 2-3 months: Health minister
7 September 2026
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Health
Bangladesh needs nearly 89,000 doctors to meet WHO standards: Health minister
7 September 2026
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Health
Three more die with measles-like symptoms
7 September 2026
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Health
8 divisional cities to get cancer, kidney and cardiac hospitals by next fiscal year: State minister
7 September 2026
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Parliament
Type 1 diabetes could affect 2.7 million more people by 2049
6 September 2026
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Health
Embedding wellness into youth education and lifestyle
In an era where academic pressure, digital distractions, and societal expectations weigh heavily on young minds, a panel of leading experts gathered at the Dhaka Flow Youth Wellness Festival to redefine youth development through a wellness-first approach.
24 May 2025
Magnesium deficiency and depression: what you should know
Magnesium is a vital nutrient that supports muscle and nerve function, regulates blood sugar and pressure, and aids in making protein, bone, and DNA. Yet, it is believed that nearly half of Americans may be deficient. This deficiency is increasingly linked to mental health issues, including depression and anxiety.
24 May 2025
The heart-friendly oils: what experts want you to use now
In a time when cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death worldwide, health professionals and organisations are urging the public to make smarter dietary choices—especially when it comes to fat consumption.
24 May 2025
In my arms, you thrive: saving newborn lives through KMC
Globally, 2.3 million children died in the first 28 days of life in 2022. There are approximately 6,500 newborn deaths every day, amounting to 47% of all child deaths under the age of 5 years.
24 May 2025
Bird flu outbreaks in mammals double, raising human risk: report
Outbreaks of bird flu in mammals more than doubled across the world last year, raising the risk that the virus could potentially spread between humans, an international agency warned on Friday
23 May 2025
Tumor treatment without scars
New RFA method offers safe, scarless thyroid care in Bangladesh
22 May 2025
TCB resumes sale amid price hike, low turnout
Under this mobile "Truck Sale" initiative, TCB is selling edible oil, sugar, and lentils at subsidised rates. The prices are set at Tk 135 per litre for cooking oil, Tk 85 per kg for sugar, and Tk 80 per kg for lentils
22 May 2025
Dengue: One dead, 101 hospitalised in a day
With the new death, the total number of dengue deaths rose to 23 this year
20 May 2025
A place of hope, healing for cancer patients
At Joymontop village in Manikganj, a long-held dream is starting to become reality. A reality where cancer patients would no longer suffer in silence or lose their life because of poverty.
17 May 2025
Troubled parents, troubled children
Parenting is one of life’s most powerful responsibilities.
17 May 2025
Breastfeeding vs. the boardroom: Workplace barriers to breastfeeding
Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is considered the gold standard for child nutrition, significantly contributing to the intellectual development and overall health of a child.
17 May 2025
New guidelines aim to help prevent migraine attacks
The American College of Physicians (ACP) has released new guidelines to help prevent episodic migraines—those intense, recurring headaches that can last from hours to days and are often accompanied by nausea, light sensitivity, and more.
17 May 2025
Which is better for children with asthma: syrup, nebuliser, or inhaler?
Treating a child’s asthma presents certain difficulties for paediatricians.
17 May 2025
Is stress wrecking your immune system?
Stress! It is the constant hum in the background of modern life—whirring through overflowing inboxes, surprise bills, and an endless scroll of bad news.
17 May 2025
Brighter bricks, cleaner air: simple changes in brick kilns bring big benefits
Brick manufacturing is a vital industry in Bangladesh and South Asia, but it is also a major source of harmful air pollution and carbon emissions. These kilns, often powered by coal, contribute significantly to respiratory problems and climate change.
17 May 2025
Prices of rice, veggies drop in Dhaka markets
Prices of several rice varieties, summer vegetables, and broiler chicken have fallen over the past week in kitchen markets across the capital, while onion prices remained steady and potatoes saw a slight increase.
16 May 2025
Youth wellness in focus: insights from the 2025 festival survey
Dhaka Flow’s Second National Youth Wellness Festival 2025 brought together students from ten top universities in Bangladesh to explore mental health, emotional wellbeing, and sustainable living. Key messages included: “Healing is cool, seeking help is courageous, and movement is critical.”
16 May 2025
Free heatstroke centre opens at DNCC Covid-19 Hospital in Mohakhali
The facility is offering free medical treatment to patients suffering from heat-related illnesses.
12 May 2025
Powering health through hormone awareness
April 24, 2025, marks the worldwide observance of World Hormone Day, with this year’s powerful theme: “Because Hormones Matter”. While dedicated days exist for specific hormone-related conditions like diabetes, thyroid disorders, and PCOS, this comprehensive initiative addresses all hormonal health aspects holistically.
10 May 2025
How ultra-processed foods can cut your life short
Ultra-processed foods—like sugary drinks, packaged snacks, instant noodles, and frozen ready meals—are increasingly dominating diets around the world. Though convenient and often affordable, a growing body of global research shows that high consumption of these products may significantly reduce lifespan.
10 May 2025