Pregnancy diabetes linked to type 2 diabetes 13 years earlier
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Smoking does not stop at the lungs; your liver may be paying the price
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From dinner table to hospital bed
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From home-cooked meals to viral bites - Gen Z’s changing plate
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When cancer enters a home, no one should face it alone
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PM seeks people’s cooperation to prevent dengue, build clean Bangladesh
12 September 2026
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PM launches three-month nationwide dengue prevention campaign
12 September 2026
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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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JS body orders action as audit finds irregular commissions at BMU
8 September 2026
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11 dengue cases reported in 24 hours
Eleven new dengue cases were reported in the 24 hours leading up to this morning, bringing the total number of cases to 1,862 this year.
27 March 2025
Chicken prices soar ahead of Eid
Prices of different varieties of chicken have increased by Tk 30 to Tk 50 per kilogrammes in Dhaka's kitchen markets
24 March 2025
BNSB eye hospital: Taking eyecare facilities to the masses
Sajna Begum, an elderly widow from Barlekha upazila of Moulvibazar, had lost her eyesight and was unable to perform even basic tasks on her own.
22 March 2025
Transforming breast cancer care
Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women worldwide. While medical science has made significant progress, the journey remains complex, particularly for younger women.
22 March 2025
Tackling traffic: Making the most of standstill time
For many in Bangladesh, traffic jams are an everyday reality—an inevitable part of modern urban life. While being stuck in traffic is often frustrating and draining, it does not always have to be wasted time. With a shift in mindset, those idle hours can be turned into opportunities for learning, entertainment, or simply unwinding.
22 March 2025
Three cities recognised for public health leadership at 2025 Healthy Cities Summit
At the 2025 Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit in Paris, three cities—Córdoba (Argentina), Fortaleza (Brazil), and Greater Manchester (UK)—were honoured for outstanding achievements in preventing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and injuries.
22 March 2025
Is BMI still useful as we age?
Body Mass Index (BMI) is widely used to assess weight status and define obesity.
22 March 2025
WHO urges action as global tuberculosis services face crisis
On World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, observed on 24 March, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued an urgent call for investment to protect TB care and support services.
22 March 2025
Neutropenic Fever: A silent emergency for bone marrow disorder patients
We have all experienced the familiar symptoms of fever—chills, aches, and warmth—but few truly understand its purpose. Fever is not a disease, but a signal: the body’s immune system is responding to infection, with the hypothalamus raising the body’s temperature to make it less hospitable to invaders.
21 March 2025
Lemons remain pricey even as Ramadan nears end
four pieces of medium sized lemons sold at Tk 100 to Tk 120
21 March 2025
What can we learn from China’s healthcare system?
As part of a new chapter in bilateral ties between China and Bangladesh, 14 patients from Bangladesh were sent for free medical treatment
21 March 2025
Eid vacation: DGHS issues 16 directives for health services
The Director General of Health Services on Tuesday issued a 16-point directive to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services across the country during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr holidays.
19 March 2025
Teacher, classroom shortages disrupt academic activities
The hospital itself has been functioning amid overcrowding among other challenges. Accommodating the medical college further strains its resources
17 March 2025
DNCC to work with 5,500 volunteers to combat Aedes mosquito breeding
DNCC Administrator Mohammad Azaz announced the campaign today at a roundtable discussion
17 March 2025
Ramadan bazaar food safety: Battling high temperatures for hygiene and health
Ramadan bazaars are a cherished part of the fasting month, offering a variety of meals for iftar.
15 March 2025
A new standard for medical malpractice
Medical malpractice laws are changing, and that could benefit both patients and doctors. Traditionally, courts have judged malpractice based on whether a doctor followed the “customary” practices of their profession.
15 March 2025
The guilt trap we fall into: Why our actions and beliefs do not always align
It has been a long, draining day at work, and by the time you head home, you are absolutely starving.
15 March 2025
The hidden toll of COVID-19: years of life lost beyond the virus
The COVID-19 pandemic profoundly affected millions worldwide, but its impact extends far beyond the lives directly lost to the virus.
15 March 2025
The hidden crisis: Exclusion of women from wellness spaces in Bangladesh
A woman’s self-actualisation, growth, and productivity are directly tied to her well-being. When women are deprived of holistic wellness, it affects families,
15 March 2025
When can you drive after a heart attack?
A heart attack is a life-changing event, and recovery involves more than just medical treatment—it also includes knowing when it is safe to resume daily activities like driving.
15 March 2025