The toothache we ignore until it shouts
6 hour(s) ago
Health
World Hand Hygiene Day 2026 / Action saves lives
6 hour(s) ago
Health
Stretch, breathe, benefit / Yoga’s role in lowering blood pressure
6 hour(s) ago
Health
The beginning of the end for tobacco in the UK
6 hour(s) ago
Health
The gender gap in empty nest syndrome: why mothers feel it more
6 hour(s) ago
Health
The body won’t forget: the hidden story behind weight regain
6 hour(s) ago
Health
Vegetable prices soar after rainfall in capital
7 hour(s) ago
Price of essentials
Four more die with measles-like symptoms in 24 hrs
9 hour(s) ago
Disease
Fresh measles outbreak hits Bandarban’s Alikadam
1 May 2026, 19:46 PM
Disease
Four more suspected measles deaths reported, toll rises to 231
1 May 2026, 19:38 PM
Health
Specialised palliative care training for physicians, nurses held
A four-day specialised training workshop was held for physicians and nurses to equip them with essential skills in palliative care
13 June 2024, 13:44 PM
11 percent of population at risk of arsenic contamination
LGRD Minister Tazul Islam informed parliament today that 11% of the country's population is at risk of arsenic contamination
11 June 2024, 15:17 PM
Dengue, mosquito-borne diseases rising in Europe: EU agency
Cases of dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases are rising significantly in Europe as climate change creates warmer conditions that help invasive mosquitos spread, the EU's health agency warned on Tuesday
11 June 2024, 13:50 PM
Hospital washrooms in appalling state: icddr,b
Only 68 percent of government hospitals have functional toilets, of which, only 33 percent are clean, as per a new study
10 June 2024, 16:11 PM
Dengue: One dead, 25 hospitalised in 24 hours
One more death was reported from dengue in 24 hours till this morning, raising the number of fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 38 this year
9 June 2024, 14:26 PM
6,000 more doctors to be appointed: health minister
Health Minister Dr Samanta Lal Sen told parliament today that 6,000 more doctors will be appointed to fill the vacant posts in different health institutions across the country
9 June 2024, 12:00 PM
The importance of menstrual hygiene management
Menstrual hygiene management is one of the most important saviours for women in this century. Saving lives by preventing infection and reducing the cost of hospital stays and medicine expenses, thus reducing mortality rates.
8 June 2024, 18:00 PM
The impact of nitpicking
A nitpicker is a person who finds faults, however small or unimportant, everywhere they look. After meeting someone, a nitpicker lists every tiny thing s/he did not like about the encounter. When discussing people, they often focus on seemingly minor flaws, even if they are insignificant.
8 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Impact of household cleaning products on asthma
The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology recently published a study that examined the effects of various household cleaning products on asthma. Previous research had already shown a connection between uncontrolled asthma and the use of harsh cleaning chemicals such as bleach and ammonia. Now, researchers wanted to see if “green” cleaning products and disinfecting wipes had similar effects.
8 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Food safety prepare for the unexpected
On June 7, 2024, World Food Safety Day brought attention to food safety incidents. The theme for this year emphasised the significance of preparedness for food safety incidents, regardless of their severity.
8 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Contribution of AI in diagnosing and treating cancer
Cancer of unknown primary sites often causes pleural and peritoneal effusions, and cytological analysis by pathologists using traditional methods can be inaccurate. Researchers in China used advanced artificial intelligence (AI) methods to study 57,000 cases of fluid buildup in the chest and abdomen, where the origin of the cancer was initially unknown but later identified.
8 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Don't talk to journos without permission, DMCH tells employees
The Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) authorities have asked its officials and employees not to talk with journalists without prior permission from the hospital authorities
8 June 2024, 16:26 PM
Onion price jumps by Tk 10 in a week
The price of the kitchen staple went up by Tk 20 per kg since last month
7 June 2024, 14:45 PM
Health sector sees 0.19pc increase in FY25 budget
The government has decided to raise the allocation for health sector by Tk 3,356 crore in the proposed budget of fiscal year 2024-25 today
6 June 2024, 11:14 AM
Dengue: One dead, 24 hospitalised in 24 hours
One dengue patient died while 24 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till this morning
5 June 2024, 15:33 PM
Public, private partnership needed to eliminate TB: speakers
Although Bangladesh has attained considerable success in eliminating Tuberculosis (TB), it still remains a TB-burden country, said speakers at a seminar today
4 June 2024, 14:46 PM
Essentials now luxuries as the poor reel from price shock: CPD
People in Bangladesh have been forced to spend more on food compared to consumers in other countries, and the prices of essentials have surged to such an extent that they have become luxury items for many, the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) said yesterday.
2 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Managing eczema: essential tips for relief
Dealing with eczema involves adopting specific habits to alleviate symptoms. Here are some essential tips:. 1. Keep your nails short: Trim and file your nails smooth to avoid skin damage from scratching. If necessary, use your hand's side or top to scratch. . 2. Cool down:
1 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Understanding and treating hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is a common skin concern characterised by dark patches caused by excess pigment within the skin due to increased melanin production. Melanin, responsible for skin colour, can become irregularly dispersed, leading to hyperpigmentation. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) o
1 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Enhancing well-being through therapeutic activities for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease
Therapeutic activities play a vital role in enhancing the well-being of individuals with Alzheimer's disease, promoting happiness, relaxation, and overall health. These activities encompass a broad range of actions, from physical presence and social interaction to engaging in arts and crafts or
1 June 2024, 18:00 PM