Seven more children died from measles and measles-like symptoms in 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday, taking the total number of confirmed and suspected measles deaths to 343.

Of the seven, two are confirmed measles deaths

Says there's no risk of a vaccine shortage in the near future

72% of healthcare costs borne directly by the people, making illness one of the main causes of poverty, she says

Losing weight is often seen as a fresh start; a chance to reset the body and move towards better health.

When children leave home, the silence they leave behind does not fall evenly on both parents. For many mothers, the shift is deeper, quieter, and far more personal.

The United Kingdom has taken a bold step that could reshape the future of smoking.

A simple yoga routine may do more than calm the mind ; it could quietly help lower blood pressure in people living with excess weight, according to new research.

Clean hands may seem simple, but they remain one of the most powerful shields in health care.

There is a familiar story in many households. It begins with a mild toothache, the kind that feels easy to ignore.

Every year, as April draws to a close, the world pauses to recognise the quiet power of protection. From 24 to 30 April, World Immunisation Week shines a spotlight on one of humanity’s simplest yet most powerful shields: vaccines.

A large European study has revealed that hidden liver damage is quietly present in the general population, often without any warning signs.

Colorectal cancer is quietly becoming a growing concern in Bangladesh.

Love is often described as healing, yet not all relationships offer comfort.

A child’s early years often shape more than just memories. A new research suggests they may also shape futures  from classrooms to careers and even financial stability later in life.

More than 250,000 people died from meningitis worldwide in 2023, with children under five accounting for over one-third of the deaths, according to a major global study published in The Lancet Neurology.

Local chairman says at least four children have died in Kurukpata union

Observed globally on 19 April, World Liver Day is an important occasion dedicated to raising awareness about liver health and the prevention of liver-related diseases.

Shoulder and knee pain, often dismissed as minor discomfort, may signal deeper health concerns that can disrupt daily life if ignored, experts warn.

A growing body of global evidence is sounding the alarm on adolescents’ diets, linking ultra-processed foods (UPFs) to a sharp rise in overweight and obesity.