Young cancer patients need more than treatment — they need support
19 March 2026, 10:53 AM
Health
Infant’s death prompts move to reopen ICU at Dhaka’s Infectious Diseases Hospital
17 March 2026, 18:01 PM
Health
Two patients die minutes after pre-surgery injection at SBMCH Barishal; nurses suspended
15 March 2026, 20:14 PM
Health
Study Findings: Obesity linked to higher risk of severe infections
15 March 2026, 00:17 AM
Healthcare
Global health milestone: single-dose pill for sleeping sickness gains EU support
15 March 2026, 00:16 AM
Healthcare
Empty clinics, ailing villages: Bangladesh’s quiet rural health crisis
15 March 2026, 00:14 AM
Healthcare
Global partners launch $54m effort to boost maternal nutrition in Africa
15 March 2026, 00:12 AM
Healthcare
Bangladesh’s CHRF wins prestigious Wellcome grant to study severe viral pneumonia in children
15 March 2026, 00:11 AM
Healthcare
The growing challenge of rare tumours — and the centres built to treat them
15 March 2026, 00:19 AM
Healthcare
Study links e-cigarettes to higher blood pressure risk
15 March 2026, 00:08 AM
Healthcare
How to live a medicine-free life
Dr Mujibur Rahman specialises in leading a healthy life without medicine. Recently, he spoke at a seminar on “How to Live a Medicine-Free Life” organised by Vantage Natural Health Clinic, which was held at Krishibid Institute Auditorium, Dhaka.
28 October 2023, 18:00 PM
The power of body language Part-II
Scientists still cannot interpret all body language accurately. A partial shoulder shrug indicates uncertainty or a lack of commitment. A genuine and authentic response causes both shoulders to rise fully and equally. When only one side rises, the message is doubtful. Research suggests that assuming a “power pose” makes people feel more powerful and changes testosterone and cortisol levels. Touch is the most primitive and powerful nonverbal cue.
28 October 2023, 18:00 PM
WHO’s latest Essential Diagnostics List introduces new guidelines for hepatitis E virus testing and personal glucose metres
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released its 2023 Essential Diagnostics List, which includes key updates to aid in the global management of various health conditions. Notably, the list now incorporates essential tests for hepatitis E virus (HEV) and personal glucose monitoring devices for diabetes, aiming to improve outbreak management and enhance disease control.
28 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Unity through community
Occupational Therapy Day initially started on October 27, 2010, and celebrated nationally and internationally. The main aim of the day is to promote occupational therapy and create awareness among people. This year, the theme for this day is “Unity through Community.” Occupational therapists unite all community members to achieve a specific goal.
28 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Dengue: 10 more die, 1,800 get hospitalised
Ten more deaths were reported from dengue in 24 hours till this morning, raising the fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 1,327 this year
28 October 2023, 16:45 PM
Dengue: 11 die, 1,431 hospitalised in a day
At least 11 more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am today as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease
27 October 2023, 15:45 PM
Dengue death toll crosses 1,300
The death toll from dengue this year has crossed the 1,300-mark as another 11 new deaths were reported in the last 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday.
26 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Dengue deaths cross 1,300
11 more die, 1,802 hospitalised in 24 hours
26 October 2023, 12:58 PM
Dengue: 11 more die, 1,917 hospitalised in a day
Of the deaths, four were reported in the capital
25 October 2023, 12:54 PM
Egg imports held up for paperwork
The import of eggs has been held up because of the delay in getting the negative avian influenza certification from a competent authority.
24 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Dengue: 12 more die, 1,852 hospitalised in a day
Of the deaths, five were reported in the capital
24 October 2023, 12:53 PM
Dengue: 17 die, 2,014 hospitalised in a day
1,272 deaths, 2,57,060 cases this year
23 October 2023, 13:10 PM
Dengue Outbreak: 9 more die, 2,056 get hospitalised
At least nine more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am yesterday as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease.
22 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Dengue: 9 more die, 2,056 hospitalised in a day
At least nine more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am today as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease
22 October 2023, 12:59 PM
The link between high sugar intake and increased kidney stone risk urges dietary caution
Kidney stones, those painful crystalline formations in the urinary system, affect about 1 in 10 people worldwide. Besides genetics and environmental roles, added sugar intake can also play a role, according to a recent study published in Frontiers.
21 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Exercise prescriptions for child and adults
Being physically active can improve brain health and functions, help in managing body weight, reduce the risk of many non-communicable diseases, for example, cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal pain, and some arthritis, strengthen body bones and muscles, and improve our ability to continue our daily activities.
21 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Revitalise your tea: embrace holy basil leaf (tulsi pata)
In the world of tea lovers and wellness enthusiasts, there is a secret ingredient that has been quietly making waves. Holy Basil Leaf, affectionately known as Tulsi Pata, is the game-changer your daily tea has been waiting for.
21 October 2023, 18:00 PM
The power of body language Part-I
Body language is a type of nonverbal communication. It mainly includes facial expressions, body posture, gestures, eye movement, touch, and the use of space.
21 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Key considerations for regulating artificial intelligence in healthcare
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released a new publication listing key regulatory considerations for artificial intelligence (AI) in health.
21 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Dengue: 20 more die, 1,889 hospitalised in a day
Of the 20 deaths, 10 were reported in the capital
21 October 2023, 13:43 PM