Health

Self-care is not selfish

Self-care often takes a backseat in our lives. However, nurturing our own body, mind, and soul is imperative to living a more satisfied and successful life. Therefore, leave behind all feelings of guilt and take some time to focus on yourself and only yourself, if not every day, then at least a few times a week.
6 February 2022

Why paracetamol isn’t the cure to all your health problems

Paracetamol is not a cure. Don't treat it like one.
22 December 2021

Menstruating for the first time

People who never get prior education always end up panicking.
15 December 2021

‘Right Here, Right Now’ project to create awareness on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR)

Right Here, Right Now (RHRN)’ aims to strengthen the sexual and reproductive health issues of adolescents, young people, marginalised and gender diverse populations in Bangladesh.
14 December 2021

How worried should we be about the Omicron variant?

It could take weeks before we can understand its impact.
2 December 2021

What is a “Model Pharmacy”?

Here's a quick explanation.
1 December 2021

The back to school business

As schools the world over gear up to reopen after periodic shutdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic, Bangladesh has kept educational institutes closed for over a year and a half, since March last year. In light of the country’s insufficient health infrastructure, it seems like a sensible decision, even if a bit overcautious.
12 September 2021

How to hide that pimple!

Zits are among the worst of our skin troubles! Despite its constant presence in our lives, we don’t have to fall victim to pimples every time.
29 August 2021

Managing dry skin

There are a number of reasons that could cause dry skin. From age to climate, a person’s inherent genetics, diseases, and of course, their lifestyle.
19 August 2021

Making the perfect Turmeric Latte

For a delicious twist to the turmeric latte, try the following recipe to make so called this elixir for health.
7 August 2021

Perfect ways of making and storing Deshi Ghee

Deshi ghee is one of the most easily digestible fats used for cooking, and is also a natural remedy for balancing the heat element of the body.
5 August 2021

The fight against Dengue

Dengue is mainly caused by female mosquitoes of the species Aedes aegypti, which is easily recognised by the white bands on its legs and body. Aedes mosquitoes prefers to breed in clean, stagnant water. Cleaning them up would reduce their breeding grounds.
2 August 2021

Organic skincare: Know it better

Organic skincare comes from organically produced ingredients i.e. free from preservatives, pesticides, bioengineered genes, and fertilisers. Being completely free of synthetic ingredients, organic products are more or less guaranteed to have no short-term or long-term adverse effects on one’s skin. 
18 July 2021

Your Ultimate Guide to Sunscreen

The only shield that stands between you and the sun is sunscreen.
14 July 2021

When a Loved One Has Dementia

What if someone you love lost the ability to cherish memories?
7 July 2021

Healthy Ways to Curb Your Midnight Cravings

Midnight snacks that are healthy and extremely delicious as well.
22 June 2021

How do you sleep?

Many people struggle to fall asleep. Once they do, though, they struggle to have enough of it.
11 March 2020

Scientists develop device to detect bacteria in minutes, not days

The era of doctors prescribing patients powerful antibiotics while they wait for lab reports could soon be numbered, with a new device returning results within minutes instead of days.
7 May 2019

Eating nuts tied to lower heart disease risk for diabetics

People with diabetes who regularly eat nuts may be less likely to develop heart disease than their counterparts who rarely, if ever, consume nuts, a US study suggests.
20 February 2019

As we age, sexual activity still important for wellbeing

The benefits of a healthy sex life aren’t limited to young adults, according to a UK study that found intimacy and sexual activity are important for older adults’ well-being, too.
31 January 2019