More than a weight-loss injection: Why healthy habits still matter
12 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
Medical waste: The hidden danger piling up behind hospital doors
12 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
Why so many South Asians fall ill young — and what can finally be done
12 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
Dhaka wakes up to run towards a healthier tomorrow
12 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
AI can help, but should doctors trust it blindly?
12 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
The technology changing hip and knee surgery
12 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
Three more die with measles symptoms
11 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Healthcare
2 more die of dengue, 190 hospitalised
10 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Healthcare
Kidney dialysis services to be introduced at upazila level: Health minister
9 July 2026, 18:59 PM
Healthcare
DGHS orders private hospitals to set up labour rooms by July 11
7 July 2026, 00:34 AM
Healthcare
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Strike at Cox’s Bazar Sadar Hospital withdrawn
The strike at Cox's Bazar Sadar Hospital was withdrawn from this evening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
Global strategic plan to combat Mpox outbreaks
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has launched a global Strategic Preparedness and Response Plan (SPRP) to curb human-to-human transmission of mpox.
14 September 2024, 18:00 PM
Breaking through the fog
Imagine your brain is a room filled with bright lights, everything clear and easy to see. Then, one day, a thick fog rolls in, dimming the lights.
14 September 2024, 18:00 PM
A silent struggle of Cystic Fibrosis in Bangladesh
September 8th is the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Day, which is celebrated globally by patients, parents, and healthcare professionals to raise awareness and support.
14 September 2024, 18:00 PM
WHO prequalifies the first vaccine against Mpox
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced the addition of the MVA-BN vaccine to its prequalification list, marking the first vaccine prequalified for mpox.
14 September 2024, 18:00 PM
Unlocking the health benefits of vitamin D
Vitamin D is essential for various bodily functions, including supporting your immune system, muscles, and bones. It helps your body absorb important minerals like calcium and phosphorus, keeping bones strong.
14 September 2024, 18:00 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
A promise for personalised treatment of cancer
Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP) is a challenging condition where doctors cannot identify the original source of the cancer, leading to
7 September 2024, 18:00 PM
A minimally invasive breakthrough in brain surgery
Currently, diagnosing and treating brain disorders often requires a craniotomy—a procedure where a large portion of the skull is removed to place electrodes directly on the brain.
7 September 2024, 18:00 PM
Update on RSV vaccines
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), previously known for causing cough primarily in young children, has been recognised as a significant threat to adults aged 60 and older, potentially leading to severe Lower Respiratory Tract Disease (LRTD).
7 September 2024, 18:00 PM
Changing the narrative on suicide
Suicide poses a significant public health challenge, with over 700,000 deaths globally each year.
7 September 2024, 18:00 PM
Unhealthy commodities and their mental health impact
“Unhealthy commodities” like tobacco, alcohol, ultra-processed foods, social media, and fossil fuels are increasingly linked to mental health disorders such as depression, suicide, and anxiety, according to a study published in the PLOS Global Public Health journal.
7 September 2024, 18:00 PM
A simple blood test for Alzheimer’s? Promising results offer hope
Alzheimer’s disease (AD), a devastating form of dementia, has long been diagnosed through invasive procedures like lumbar punctures or expensive PET scans.
7 September 2024, 18:00 PM