Prof Pravath Chandra Biswas appointed new DGHS DG

He is one of the vice presidents of the Doctors Association of Bangladesh
10 March 2026, 17:51 PM

Woman dies after C-section at Gazipur hospital, relatives vandalise facility

Family alleges surgical error at private clinic in Sreepur; authorities launch probe
9 March 2026, 17:48 PM

More than a period problem: why menstrual migraine needs attention and action

For many women and adolescent girls, menstruation brings more than abdominal cramps and mood changes.
8 March 2026, 01:58 AM

Let every child hear, learn and thrive this World Hearing Day 2026

On 3 March, the world marks World Hearing Day 2026 with a clear and urgent message: act now so no child is left behind due to ear or hearing problems.
8 March 2026, 01:50 AM

Blood test: Predicting Alzheimer’s years before symptoms

A simple blood test might one day act as a molecular ‘clock’ to predict not only whether someone will develop Alzheimer’s disease but also when symptoms could begin, according to a Nature report.
8 March 2026, 01:37 AM

Increased pain during Ramadan: Causes and management

During the holy month of Ramadan, many individuals experience an increase in various types of pain—particularly in the lower back, knees, neck, shoulders, and other joints.
8 March 2026, 01:32 AM

What to drink after dates at iftar

After long hours of fasting during Ramadan, iftar is a sensitive transition for the body.
8 March 2026, 01:24 AM

What digital health is teaching us about rural Bangladesh

For decades, rural healthcare in Bangladesh has been shaped by distance, shortages, and silence.
8 March 2026, 01:17 AM

Japan approves stem-cell treatment for Parkinson's in world first

Therapies expected to reach patients within months
6 March 2026, 12:46 PM

NICVD staffer suspended over allegations of diverting patient to pvt clinic

Further action will be taken after completion of the probe, says NICVD director
5 March 2026, 20:13 PM

Weight-loss medication linked to lower risk of drug addiction: study

The massively popular drugs known as GLP-1 agonists could even halve people's risk of dying from a range of harmful substances, according to the research published in the BMJ journal on Thursday
5 March 2026, 08:47 AM

A drug-resistant ‘superbug’ spreading in Dhaka ICUs: icddr,b study

Candida auris infecting critically ill patients beyond newborn units, raising alarm over hospital-acquired infections, it says
3 March 2026, 21:35 PM
3 March 2026, 18:47 PM

Govt to recruit 1 lakh health workers to improve grassroots healthcare: State minister

Says steps taken to address nationwide rabies vaccine shortage
26 February 2026, 19:01 PM
26 February 2026, 12:22 PM

Amid mosquito surge, health ministry to test insecticide effectiveness

Heath minister and state minister to inspect Dhaka city corporation storage facilities
24 February 2026, 21:33 PM

Ramadan daily food guide: Nourishing your body while fasting

Ramadan is a sacred month of fasting from dawn to sunset. While fasting is primarily spiritual, proper nutrition is essential to maintain energy, hydration, and overall health.
22 February 2026, 02:13 AM

Long-term air pollution exposure raises Alzheimer’s risk, especially after stroke

A new study has found that long-term exposure to air pollution increases the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, particularly among older adults with a history of stroke. The research was published in PLOS Medicine.
22 February 2026, 02:10 AM

Next-generation flu vaccines could save millions of lives worldwide

Next-generation influenza vaccines, which aim to provide broader and longer-lasting protection than current seasonal vaccines, could significantly reduce the global burden of flu, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).
22 February 2026, 02:07 AM

Neck pain from improper device use: Prevention and treatment

In today’s digital era, smartphones, tablets, and laptops have become inseparable parts of our daily lives.
22 February 2026, 02:05 AM