Govt to take action against lapses in measles vaccine management: PM
17 June 2026, 18:17 PM
Parliament
One more dies of suspected measles; toll since March 15 rises to 657
16 June 2026, 21:51 PM
Disease
1 dengue death, 113 hospitalised in 24 hours
16 June 2026, 17:49 PM
Disease
Measles, similar symptoms claim 4 more lives
15 June 2026, 21:19 PM
Health
Four die from suspected measles cases in 24 hours
14 June 2026, 21:27 PM
Disease
Govt approves Narsingdi Medical College
14 June 2026, 18:35 PM
Health
Gen Z under pressure: the silent mental health struggle
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
World Blood Donor Day 2026: Humanity in every drop
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
Why the world is talking about tuberculosis again
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
Are we eating plastic?
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
61 new Covid cases in 24 hrs
Bangladesh reported 61 more Covid-19 cases in the 24 hours till this morning
10 July 2023, 14:00 PM
Dengue death toll rises to 76 as 3 more die
Three dengue patients died while 889 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till this morning, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS)
10 July 2023, 13:13 PM
Anti-dengue drive: 4 state-owned establishments fined Tk 20 lakh
Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) today fined four state-owned establishments in the capital's Karwan Bazar after finding mosquito larvae in the buildings.
10 July 2023, 09:48 AM
Dengue now in 57 districts
Dengue has spread to 57 districts, said Health Minister Zahid Maleque yesterday as the country recorded its highest number of deaths and hospital admissions this year from the mosquito-borne disease.
9 July 2023, 18:00 PM
Dengue surge may last till September
As the dengue outbreak looms large, Health Minister Zahid Maleque has hinted potential escalation of the dengue outbreak, predicting a surge in cases over the next three months, from July to September
9 July 2023, 16:16 PM
Ensure free dengue testing and treatment: GM Quader
With the dengue situation worsening across the country, all hospitals should ensure free dengue testing and treatment with government assistance, Jatiya Party Chairman GM Quader has said
9 July 2023, 13:02 PM
Dengue Fever: Record 820 hospitalised in a day
At least 820 people were hospitalised with dengue and two others died from the disease in the 24 hours preceding 8:00am yesterday, said the health directorate.
8 July 2023, 18:00 PM
23 more Covid-19 cases reported in 24 hours
Bangladesh reported 23 more Covid-19 cases in the 24 hours till yesterday morning.
8 July 2023, 18:00 PM
The SunSmart Global UV App helps protect you from the dangers of the sun and promotes public health
A new app for mobile phones that provides localised information on ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels has been launched by the World Health Organisation (WHO), the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and the International Labour Organisation (ILO).
8 July 2023, 18:00 PM
Coping through calories: the powerful link between emotions and eating
Some days are upsetting. Perhaps for a reason or for no reason at all. How can I overcome this bad feeling? To forget this feeling, people often turn to food.
8 July 2023, 18:00 PM
Allergies linked to increased risk of osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of arthritis, affects a significant number of people worldwide. This joint disease primarily affects older adults, usually over the age of 45.
8 July 2023, 18:00 PM
Building strong bones: simple steps to protect your skeletal health
Taking care of your bones is crucial for maintaining overall health and preventing bone fractures. A bone fracture occurs when a bone breaks due to factors like falls, impacts, or excessive stress. Symptoms of a fracture include pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty moving the affected area.
8 July 2023, 18:00 PM
White Coat Syndrome understanding and managing the fear of doctors
Do you feel uneasy when entering a medical facility? Have you ever felt anxious when visiting a doctor or medical professional? Then you might have experienced ‘white coat syndrome.
8 July 2023, 18:00 PM
DNCC launches month-long mosquito control drive
Dhaka North City Corporation has launched a special month-long campaign to control mosquitoes to curb the spread of mosquito-borne diseases in the city
8 July 2023, 14:20 PM
Declare ‘public health emergency’ over dengue: TIB
It said both city corporations in Dhaka need to work in coordination with the health directorate and apply various methods instead of only relying on insecticide
8 July 2023, 12:41 PM
Two more die of dengue, 820 patients hospitalised in a day
Two more deaths were reported from dengue in the last 24 hours till this morning, raising the fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 67 this year
8 July 2023, 12:01 PM
One more patient dies of dengue, 182 hospitalised in 24 hrs
Of the cases, at least 3,327 cases are reported outside from Dhaka
7 July 2023, 12:45 PM
Dengue spreads to 57 districts
In a worrisome development, the deadly dengue fever has rapidly spread its grip across Bangladesh, reaching 57 districts of the country.
6 July 2023, 18:00 PM
New bill to curb illegal hoarding of food items passed in JS
The “Production, Storage, Transfer, Transportation, Supply, Distribution and Marketing of Food Products (Prevention of Prejudicial Activity) Bill, 2023” with a provision of maximum lifetime imprisonment for illegal hoarding of foodstuff was passed in Parliament yesterday
5 July 2023, 19:28 PM
Combating Dengue: More proactive measures needed
As the number of dengue patients continues to rise rapidly, and fatalities soar, authorities are urging each other for more proactive measures.
5 July 2023, 18:00 PM