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The beginning of the end for tobacco in the UK
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Four more die with measles-like symptoms in 24 hrs
2 May 2026, 20:58 PM
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Fresh measles outbreak hits Bandarban’s Alikadam
1 May 2026, 19:46 PM
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One more Covid-19 death, 73 cases recorded in 24hrs
Bangladesh reported one more Covid-19 death and 73 fresh cases in 24 hours till this morning
25 February 2024, 11:31 AM
Raids on hospitals countrywide from Feb 27: health minister
There will be zero tolerance for child deaths due to hospital authorities' negligence, he says
25 February 2024, 08:21 AM
How can a microorganism affect your heart?
The heart is the most indispensable and valuable organ in the human body. The prime function of the heart is to supply blood throughout the whole body. There is a layer in the four chambers of the heart, which is known as the myocardium. It is an involuntary and striated muscle.
24 February 2024, 18:00 PM
E-cigarettes aid smoking cessation: understanding the benefits and consideration
A recent study from Switzerland involving over 1,200 adult smokers found that using e-cigarettes alongside counselling significantly increased the likelihood of quitting smoking compared to counselling alone.
24 February 2024, 18:00 PM
A lonely killer - Part I
Loneliness is increasingly becoming a significant daily issue, with profound implications for both physical and mental health.
24 February 2024, 18:00 PM
Boosting energy and mood as you age: practical tips for healthy living
As we age, it is common to notice changes in energy levels and mood, but there are several lifestyle adjustments you can make to maintain vitality and well-being.
24 February 2024, 18:00 PM
Halt glaucoma progression by regular eye exams
Glaucoma is an eye or ocular disease that slowly damages the optic nerve that connects the eye and the brain, where the pressure inside the eye is an important modifiable factor.
24 February 2024, 18:00 PM
37 more Covid-19 cases in 24hrs
Bangladesh reported 37 more Covid-19 cases in 24 hours till this morning
24 February 2024, 12:11 PM
Three more hospitalised with dengue
No dengue deaths were reported in Bangladesh in the 24 hours till yesterday morning, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
23 February 2024, 18:00 PM
35 maunds of jatka seized
Sadar Upazila Fisheries Department and Muktarpur Naval Police outpost jointly conducted the drive from 6:30am to 8:30am
23 February 2024, 15:06 PM
One more Covid-19 death, 33 cases recorded in 24hrs
Bangladesh reported one more Covid-19 death and 33 fresh cases in 24 hours till this morning
23 February 2024, 11:27 AM
Healthcare plagued by lack of anaesthesiologists
Bangladesh’s healthcare system suffers from an acute shortage of anaesthesiologists even though their service is required in surgical and emergency care.
22 February 2024, 18:00 PM
Dengue claims one more life
One more dengue patient died while 16 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till yesterday morning.
22 February 2024, 18:00 PM
Private healthcare facilities must comply rules: health minister
Health and Family Welfare Minister Professor Dr Samanta Lal Sen today said private healthcare facilities must be run complying with specific conditions set by the government
22 February 2024, 17:32 PM
One dies of dengue
One dengue patient died while 16 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till this morning
22 February 2024, 14:10 PM
Measles cases rose 79pc globally last year: WHO
The World Health Organization yesterday voiced alarm at the rapid spread of measles, with more than 306,000 cases reported worldwide last year -- a 79-percent increase from 2022.
20 February 2024, 18:00 PM
Unite against tobacco, vaping: Saima Wazed
In a decisive call to nations within its South-East Asia Region, the World Health Organisation is emphasizing the urgent need to escalate actions against the consumption of tobacco and the growing trend of e-cigarette use
20 February 2024, 16:48 PM
Nuha, Nuba separated after 15hr surgery
The sixth phase of surgery on Nuha and Nuba, who share a spine, was performed at the Bangabandhu Sheikh Medical University (BSMMU) from 9:00am on Monday
20 February 2024, 14:01 PM
New Covid variant can infect even those with 2 vaccine doses: BSMMU
Vice-Chancellor Prof Sharfuddin Ahmed says after BSSMU conducts genome sequencing
20 February 2024, 10:13 AM
Death by ‘Unknown’ virus: IEDCR probe team now in Rajshahi
A three-member team from Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research yesterday started investigating the deaths of two sisters in Rajshahi, who died in a span of four days reportedly after contracting an “unidentified” virus.
19 February 2024, 18:00 PM