A recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine has revealed that women who identify with an “evening chronotype,” meaning they prefer staying up late at night, face a higher risk of developing diabetes compared to those with a “morning chronotype,” who prefer going to bed early. This association remains significant even after accounting for other known risk factors.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) joined the wider United Nations in appealing to Israel to immediately rescind orders for the evacuation of over 1 million people living north of Wadi Gaza. A mass evacuation would be disastrous—for patients, health workers, and other civilians left behind or caught in the mass movement.

2,047 new cases in 24 hours

At least 13 more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am yesterday, as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease.

The price of vegetables skyrocketed in the kitchen markets of the capital after the late autumn rain across the country damaged fields.

Of the deaths, eight were reported in the capital

The High Court yesterday directed the government to take steps to make it compulsory for all hospitals and clinics to follow the relevant guidelines for cesarean sections to prevent unnecessary operations.

Thirteen more dengue deaths were reported in 24 hours till yesterday morning, raising the fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease to 1,135 this year.

Of the deaths, six were reported in the capital

The government failed to enforce the price cap on onions and potatoes even for a single day since it issued the order about a month ago.

At least 13 more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am yesterday. Of the 13 deaths, 10 were reported from outside the capital.

Of the deaths, 10 were reported outside of the capital

13 more die, 2,555 hospitalised in a day

World Mental Health Day is observed on this day every year to raise awareness on mental health issues and support people with mental illness and ensure their rights

At least 10 more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am yesterday as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease.

2,660 hospitalised

Agriculture Minister Abdur Razzaque today admitted that the government has failed to control the prices of onions and potatoes despite taking measures

1,086 deaths, 2,22,564 cases this year

Most healthcare facilities in many low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) are unprepared to treat patients with cardiovascular diseases (CVD), despite these conditions leading to millions of people dying prematurely every year, a new study reveals.

In Chattogram, Bangladesh, Evercare Hospital Chattogram, the city’s largest healthcare facility, took the initiative to raise awareness about heart health on World Heart Day 2023, under the theme “Use Heart, Know Heart” - says a press release. The hospital organised a series of health talks and a rally to commemorate the occasion, with a focus on educating the community about cardiovascular diseases and the significance of early detection and prevention.