1 June 2026

ADP for health doubles, delivery still a concern

Experts call for improving efficiency of agencies, simplifying processes for project approval, procurement
1 June 2026

At Ad-din, a father lost the twins he was waiting to name

Mohammad Hasan Sardar says his twin sons fell ill in a hot, suffocating post-operative room
31 May 2026

Two more children die of measles-like symptoms

90 confirmed deaths so far; 495 deaths with symptoms
31 May 2026

8 more children die with measles-like symptoms in 24 hours

Death toll from measles and measles-like symptoms rises to 583
30 May 2026

Deaths of six infants at Ad-Din: Probe report to be submitted June 3, says health minister

Strict action would follow the findings of the committee, says Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain
30 May 2026

Measles: Death toll rises to 560 with five more deaths in 24 hours

With these, the total number of confirmed measles deaths has risen to 88, while suspected deaths have reached 472
27 May 2026

10 more die of measles, symptoms

Deaths from measles and measles-like symptoms continue to rise, with the country recording 10 more deaths in 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday, taking the total death toll to 555.
27 May 2026

10 more die from measles, symptoms in 24 hours

Death tolls from the disease rises to 555
26 May 2026

16 more die with measles-like symptoms in a day

Total confirmed and suspected measles deaths rise to 528
24 May 2026

Endemic, epidemic, pandemic: What's the difference?

Andes hantavirus outbreak shows how easily disease labels are misunderstood — and why they describe patterns of spread, not how dangerous a virus is
24 May 2026

Tiny Pouches, Big Danger: Youth targeted in nicotine boom

As nicotine pouches quietly flood shop shelves and social media feeds, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised a sharp alarm over what it calls a growing threat to young people worldwide.
24 May 2026

The new prescription - Technology with empathy

Singapore’s healthcare sector has long been recognised for combining advanced medicine with efficiency, but according to Yong Yih Ming, the future of healthcare will depend not only on skilled doctors, but also on how intelligently hospitals use technology, teamwork, and patient-centred systems.
24 May 2026

Ebola moves fast. So must we.

Fear is once again spreading across Central Africa as a fresh Ebola outbreak linked to the Bundibugyo virus has pushed global health authorities into emergency mode.
24 May 2026

Breastfeeding in Bangladesh: Promoting, supporting, and protecting under pressure

In a country where breastfeeding has long been woven into motherhood and survival, Bangladesh now faces a growing challenge: protecting one of the simplest yet most powerful practices for infant health in a rapidly changing society.
24 May 2026

Feast smart this Qurbani Eid

As smoky grills light up homes and plates overflow with festive favourites, Qurbani Eid becomes a celebration of joy, family and irresistible food.
24 May 2026

Combating measles - a preventable but potentially catastrophic disease

Measles, once considered largely under control, has returned with alarming force across the globe.
24 May 2026

DGHS revises measles data again

Third major revision in two weeks raises questions
23 May 2026
23 May 2026

Heavy rainfall raises early dengue risk

Excessive rainfall across Bangladesh is increasing the risk of an early dengue outbreak this year, prompting entomologists to call for immediate government action to eliminate mosquito breeding sources and strengthen public awareness campaigns.
23 May 2026