The vaping trap

The prevalence of vaping among young people and adolescents has significantly increased.
30 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Global health achievements 2023: Reasons for hope

The 75th anniversary of the World Health Organisation (WHO) was observed in 2023.
30 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Skipping the sparkle - Part 1

Two roads diverged in a mall and a forest—which one will you choose to explore? An oniomaniac will prefer discovering hidden gems in shops rather than nature’s wonders.
30 December 2023, 18:00 PM

RSV vaccine to protect young and old

Industry-sponsored two studies published in the New England Journal of Medicine assessed the efficacy of a bivalent prefusion-stabilised F glycoprotein RSV vaccine, targeting vulnerable populations—pregnant women and older adults—susceptible to severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections.
30 December 2023, 18:00 PM

World AIDS Day 2023

The world can end AIDS, with communities leading the way. Organisations of communities living with, at risk of, or affected by HIV are the frontline of progress in the HIV response.
30 December 2023, 18:00 PM

WHO officially recognises noma as a neglected tropical disease

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has taken a significant step by adding noma, a severe disease affecting the mouth and face, to its official list of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).
23 December 2023, 18:00 PM

WHO announces the development of a guideline on the health of trans and gender diverse people

The World Health Organisation’s (WHO) Departments of Gender, Rights, and Equity—Diversity,
23 December 2023, 18:00 PM

When does excess smoking-related mortality subside after quitting?

After giving up smoking for three decades, individuals substantially lowered their chances of dying prematurely due to heart disease, cancer, or respiratory issues.
23 December 2023, 18:00 PM

The power of priority - Part II

Neglectful parenting behaviours may be traced back to individuals who experienced neglect in their own families. These individuals may not understand or know how to care for their family members.
23 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Advancing urological care

Few have made an impact in urological medicine, like Dr Chin Chong Min, a leading urologist from Singapore. Recently, he visited Bangladesh and had an interview with Star Health.
23 December 2023, 18:00 PM

The power of priority - Part I

For some people, family is not the most important thing; although they love their family, they consider themselves not inclined towards being a ‘family person.’
16 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Leading Singapore oncologists share innovations and insights in breast cancer care

Dr Preetha Madhukumar and Dr Sim Yirong, two of Singapore’s distinguished medical professionals in the field of breast oncology, recently visited Bangladesh and had an interview with Star Health.
16 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Weight loss and brain health: impact on intracranial hypertension symptoms

New research published in the journal Neurology has highlighted a connection between body weight and a brain condition called idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH).
16 December 2023, 18:00 PM

The intersection of climate change and disease: Emerging health threats

Climate refers to the long-term pattern of weather conditions in a particular region or on the entire Earth.
16 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Understanding anxiety: genetic factors, symptoms, and effective treatments explored

Anxiety is a mental health condition characterised by excessive, persistent worry or fear that interferes with daily life.
16 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Chiretta: The underrated herb with remarkable health benefits

In the vibrant landscapes of Bangladesh, there lies a hidden gem—the unassuming herb known as Chiretta, called “Chirata” by locals. It is the herb not often in the limelight but revered by those who understand its natural gifts. Swertia chirata, its scientific name, may not boast colourful blooms or fragrant scents, yet its remarkable health benefits hold a special place in the traditional herbal remedies of the region.
9 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Unveiling insights and strategies during constipation awareness month

December is the Constipation Awareness Month. The International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disease (IFFGD) launches a campaign to address the dilemmas that so many people face each day when living with constipation and to increase public knowledge of a common yet often misunderstood condition.
9 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Family poison: dealing with toxicity

Individuals who exhibit toxic behaviour tend to be unsupportive of their family members’ choices, interests, and accomplishments.
9 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Balancing personal choices and medical insights

In recent years, women facing breast cancer decisions have grappled with choices regarding their treatment. People who have certain genetic mutations (BRCA1/2) and breast cancer in one breast have usually thought about either having a bilateral mastectomy to remove both breasts or keeping the healthy breast and using radiation therapy (RT) on the cancerous breast.
9 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Over 40 million health professionals demand bold health and climate action at COP28

On the first-ever Health Day at a COP, more than 40 million health professionals from around the globe joined the call to action by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and civil society organisations, to prioritise health in climate negotiations at COP28.
9 December 2023, 18:00 PM