Dengue in 2024: August deadliest month so far

At least 18 dengue patients have died  in the first 17 days of August, the highest monthly death toll in 2024 so far.
17 August 2024, 18:00 PM

DGHS issues guidelines to tackle mpox

It has advised to contact 16263 or 10655 immediately if anyone appears to have any symptoms of mpox
17 August 2024, 13:00 PM

50 more hospitalised with dengue

Fifty people were hospitalised with dengue fever in 24 hours till yesterday morning.
16 August 2024, 18:00 PM

Dengue: 3 dead, 228 hospitalised in 24hrs

Three more deaths were reported from dengue in 24 hours till this morning, raising the number of fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 74 this year
15 August 2024, 13:36 PM

WHO declares mpox a global public health emergency for second time in two years

The World Health Organization on Wednesday declared mpox a global public health emergency for the second time in two years, following an outbreak of the viral infection in Democratic Republic of Congo that has spread to neighbouring countries.
15 August 2024, 07:50 AM

WHO declares mpox a global public health emergency

The World Health Organization on Wednesday declared the mpox surge in Africa was now a global public health emergency, sounding its highest possible alarm over the worsening situation.
14 August 2024, 18:48 PM

Dengue: 2 dead, 233 hospitalised in a day

At least 233 dengue patients were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till today morning, 145 of which from outside Dhaka
14 August 2024, 14:08 PM

Prices of daily essentials expected to fall gradually: Finance Adviser

Finance and Planning Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed said today that prices of daily essentials will decrease gradually
14 August 2024, 11:18 AM

Dengue: 2 dead, 215 hospitalised in a day

Two dengue patients died and 215 were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till this morning, according to the daily statement of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS)
13 August 2024, 16:12 PM

BCS health cadre officials stage sit-in at DGHS, demand removal of DG

Health cadre officials today demanded the immediate removal of all corrupt officials at Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), including its director general
13 August 2024, 11:51 AM

Global call for enhanced pandemic research

In a pivotal move for global health security, the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have emphasised the need for an expanded and accelerated approach to pandemic preparedness.
10 August 2024, 18:00 PM

The hidden costs of excessive worrying!

Do you find yourself endlessly worrying about potential problems, convinced that your anxiety might somehow prevent them from happening?
10 August 2024, 18:00 PM

Identifying and managing cholesterol problems: What you need to know

High cholesterol does not always make its presence known through obvious symptoms, but it can significantly increase your risk of serious health issues such as heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure.
10 August 2024, 18:00 PM

High rates of intimate partner violence among adolescent girls: A global concern

A staggering number of adolescent girls around the world are experiencing intimate partner violence, with nearly a quarter of those in relationships—close to 19 million—subjected to physical and/or sexual violence by the time they reach 20 years old.
10 August 2024, 18:00 PM

Prioritising elderly individuals for COVID-19 boosters

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, the question of how best to allocate limited booster vaccine supplies remains critical.
10 August 2024, 18:00 PM

Stroke survival: What the latest study reveals

Stroke is a serious health condition, and recent research from the Neurology journal sheds new light on how survival rates for two common types—ischaemic stroke and intracerebral haemorrhage—have changed over the past 30 years.
10 August 2024, 18:00 PM

Essential tips for healthier, stronger hair

Achieving and maintaining healthy, strong hair often feels like a constant battle against damage and breakage.
10 August 2024, 18:00 PM

Phulpur Upazila Health Complex: Healthcare limps on amid doctor shortage

Phulpur Upazila Health Complex in Mymensingh is grappling with staff shortages and overcrowding, leaving medical services in disarray.
10 August 2024, 18:00 PM

Two more die of dengue

Two more deaths from dengue fever have been reported in 24 hours till this morning, bringing the total number of deaths from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 64.
10 August 2024, 15:04 PM

Some relief in kitchen markets

Prices of daily essentials, aside from onions, have started falling in the capital’s kitchen markets over the last three days due to an increase in supply.
9 August 2024, 18:00 PM