More than 1.3 billion people worldwide experience significant disability, representing 16% of the global population.

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) are global public health challenges, with millions affected worldwide.

Being nice is a wonderful trait, but when it turns into people-pleasing, it can leave you drained, stressed, and disconnected from your own needs. People-pleasing is not just about being helpful; it is about bending over backward to keep others happy—even when it costs you.

Obesity, a chronic disease linked to numerous health complications, is a significant risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes. Excitingly, a new study highlights the potential of tirzepatide, a once-weekly medication, to help people with obesity lose weight and reduce their risk of diabetes over a three-year period.

Nocturnal leg cramps, those sudden and painful muscle spasms that often strike at night, are a common issue for older adults.

We all know the importance of exercise and a balanced diet for a healthy lifestyle, but sleep—often overlooked—is just as vital.

Dhaka Flow Festival of Yoga & Wellness—a vibrant celebration of health, wellness, and community, was organised at the Gulshan Society Lake Park in Dhaka on December 6 and 7.

As the world unites for the “Day of Action for Cervical Cancer Elimination,” efforts are in full swing to spotlight the importance of prevention and treatment.

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) occurs when the heart abruptly stops functioning, leading to haemodynamic collapse and sudden death. It can manifest within an hour of symptom onset in witnessed cases or within 24 hours in unwitnessed cases. In autopsy findings, it is described as a natural, unexpected death due to cardiac or unknown causes.

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites no longer respond to antimicrobial agents. As a result of drug resistance, antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents become ineffective, and infections become difficult or impossible to treat, increasing the risk of disease spread, severe illness, and death.

Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths in or on the uterus, common in women and individuals assigned female at birth. By age 50, up to 80% will develop fibroids, though many may not notice symptoms.

Cardiovascular disease remains a leading global cause of death and disability, with ischemic heart disease and stroke accounting for 16% and 11% of total deaths in 2019, respectively. While global incidence rates for these conditions have generally declined over the past three decades, certain regions are experiencing increases, according to a study in PLOS Global Public Health led by Wanghong Xu of Fudan University.

Type 2 diabetes remission refers to a state where blood sugar levels return to normal or prediabetic levels without the need for diabetes medications, especially insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents. It is important to note that remission does not mean a cure; rather, it indicates effective management of the condition to the point where glucose levels remain in a healthy range for an extended period.

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has expressed Bangladesh’s willingness to collaborate with global non-profit Orbis International to expand eye care services across the country.

Occasional self-doubt is normal, but persistent insecurity can impact your happiness, relationships, and career. Building self-esteem takes effort, but small, intentional changes can make a big difference.

Running is a simple, yet powerful exercise that benefits both body and soul. Understanding these benefits, along with practical tips for staying motivated, can help you maximise the health rewards of running.

An estimated 13.4 million babies are born preterm (before 37 weeks of pregnancy) in the world. At such a tender stage, the organs inside the baby are not fully developed. Unfortunately, premature birth is one of the leading causes of death in children under five.

A new study in The Lancet reveals a worsening obesity epidemic in the USA, with devastating health, social, and economic consequences predicted. By 2050, over 260 million Americans—213 million adults and 43 million children and adolescents—are expected to live with overweight or obesity.

Gross National Happiness (GNH) Day was observed last Monday, November 11th. The GNH concept was first introduced by the Bhutanese King in the 1970s. GNH promotes a holistic approach to development, emphasising that well-being should be measured by economic growth and non-economic factors such as health, education, and environmental sustainability.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) declared that Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is one of humanity’s top 10 global public health threats.