DGHS revises data on measles outbreak again
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Combating measles - a preventable but potentially catastrophic disease
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Feast smart this Qurbani Eid
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Breastfeeding in Bangladesh: Promoting, supporting, and protecting under pressure
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Ebola moves fast. So must we.
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The new prescription - Technology with empathy
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Tiny Pouches, Big Danger: Youth targeted in nicotine boom
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Eid leave cancelled for doctors, nurses working in measles, emergency services
23 May 2026, 18:30 PM
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Health Sector Reform Commission calls for higher budget to strengthen primary healthcare
21 May 2026, 19:57 PM
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Ex-DG of DGHS Mohammad Abul Faiz wins WHO public health prize
21 May 2026, 02:00 AM
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Health benefits of coffee consumption
Recent research has revealed unexpected health benefits linked to coffee, despite earlier recommendations to limit intake due to heart disease concerns.
12 October 2024, 18:00 PM
Recommendations for influenza vaccine
The World Health Organisation (WHO) announced the recommendations for the viral composition of influenza vaccines for the 2025 influenza season in the southern hemisphere.
12 October 2024, 18:00 PM
How environment shapes women’s well-being
For many women, the environment they live in profoundly shapes their overall health and happiness.
12 October 2024, 18:00 PM
Prioritise mental health at work
October 10 was World Mental Health Day. It celebrates awareness for the global community in an empathetic way, with a unifying voice, helping people feel hopeful by empowering them to take action and create lasting change.
12 October 2024, 18:00 PM
Stringent tobacco control a crying need
Speakers comprising health experts and physicians yesterday called for stringent control on use of tobacco products in order to combat the alarming rise of non-communicable diseases.
28 September 2024, 20:00 PM
World leaders commit to decisive action on AMR
Globl leaders have approved a political declaration at the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), committing to targets including a 10% reduction in the estimated 4.95 million deaths associated with bacterial AMR by 2030.
28 September 2024, 18:41 PM
Navigating the postpartum journey
The postpartum period, often considered the first six weeks after childbirth, is a transformative time filled with physical and emotional changes as new mothers adjust to life with their newborns. While this period can feel overwhelming, it is important to recognise that every woman’s experience
28 September 2024, 18:36 PM
Does my medical condition affect my anger?
Experiencing anger is a natural part of being human, but frequent and intense outbursts can harm both your health and relationships. Understanding the possible underlying medical reasons for your anger can help you address the issue effectively. .Dementia and anger .Various forms of
28 September 2024, 18:33 PM
Unlocking the Sun’s potential: How daylight influences physical activity and mood in depression
Seasonal changes can significantly impact mood, especially for individuals with mood disorders like major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder. Many people notice their symptoms worsen during darker, shorter days, but the precise reasons for this have long been unclear.
28 September 2024, 18:30 PM
World Rabies Day: A call to action
Every year on September 28, the world observes World Rabies Day, a vital occasion aimed at raising awareness about the prevention of rabies and highlighting progress in combating this deadly disease.
28 September 2024, 18:19 PM
Untreated hypertension increases dementia risk
Dementia is one of the most feared outcomes of ageing, affecting millions of individuals and their families worldwide. While genetics and age play significant roles, other modifiable risk factors have garnered attention, particularly hypertension. For years, researchers have explored the complex relationship between high blood pressure and cognitive decline, increasingly recognising hypertension as a major contributor to dementia risk.
28 September 2024, 18:00 PM
More than 39 million deaths from antibiotic-resistant infections estimated between now and 2050, suggests first global analysis
More than 39 million deaths from antibiotic-resistant infections could occur by 2050, according to the first global analysis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) trends.
21 September 2024, 18:15 PM
What should you do if you break a tooth and the root is in the gum?
Unfortunately, many patients in our country go to quack or hammer doctors for tooth extraction. Those who have no expertise in this matter.
21 September 2024, 18:13 PM
How can I protect myself and others against mpox?
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has classified the Mpox epidemic a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on August 14, 2024,
21 September 2024, 18:10 PM
Air pollution, heat, and metabolic risks fuel global surge in stroke cases and deaths
Air pollution, high temperatures, and metabolic risk factors are driving a global rise in stroke cases, with over 12 million new cases and 7 million deaths annually,
21 September 2024, 18:08 PM
Over 50? These problems can sneak up on you
It goes without saying that ageing causes your body organs to age as well. This causes a variety of health issues in elderly life.
21 September 2024, 18:00 PM
Water Intoxication: A Rare but Deadly Condition
When you consume too much water too rapidly, an uncommon yet deadly illness known as water poisoning can develop.
21 September 2024, 18:00 PM
Strike at Cox’s Bazar Sadar Hospital withdrawn
The strike at Cox's Bazar Sadar Hospital was withdrawn from this evening
15 September 2024, 14:45 PM
A new hope for asthma remission
Amethma treatnt has come a long way, and now the focus is not just on managing symptoms but on achieving “remission”—a state where symptoms are nearly gone while on therapy.
14 September 2024, 18:00 PM
Lung cancer symptoms: what you must know
Lung cancer often develops without showing any symptoms in its early stages.
14 September 2024, 18:00 PM