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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
When one vaccine protects many
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
Stopping measles before it spreads
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
Alcohol drinking will shrink in the next decade, research finds
11 June 2026, 18:27 PM
Health
Deaths of 6 newborns: DGHS cancels Ad-din Hospital’s licence
11 June 2026, 16:20 PM
Health
10 early warning signs of kidney problems you should not ignore
Kidneys play a vital role in filtering waste, regulating fluid balance, and maintaining electrolytes in our body. When they fail to function properly, it can lead to serious health issues.
9 August 2025, 18:21 PM
The importance of breastfeeding: A lifelong investment in health and well-being
World Breastfeeding Week, celebrated annually during the first week of August.
9 August 2025, 18:21 PM
Walking: The simple, effective exercise for everyone
Walking is one of the most accessible and effective forms of exercise, requiring little more than a good pair of shoes. Whether you are a fitness enthusiast or just starting on your journey to better health, walking provides numerous benefits that make it an ideal choice for people of all ages and fitness levels.
9 August 2025, 18:20 PM
Prioritise breastfeeding: Create a sustainable support systems
Breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to ensure a baby’s health, development, and survival in the earliest stages of life. It acts as their first vaccine, providing protection against diseases including diarrhoea and pneumonia.
9 August 2025, 18:20 PM
Can a ‘cortisol cocktail’ actually reduce stress?
In recent years, the term “cortisol cocktail” has gained attention in wellness circles as a potential remedy for stress. But what exactly is it, and does it really work?
9 August 2025, 18:01 PM
Surge in dengue: DMCH overrun with patients from outside Dhaka
Three days ago, 37-year-old Mohammad Hanif was admitted to the Bhedarganj Upazila Health Complex in Shariatpur. As his condition worsened, doctors referred him to Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) on Thursday.
8 August 2025, 20:18 PM
Onion, vegetable prices soar amid rain, supply crunch
After a brief respite over the past few months, the prices of onions, vegetables, eggs and fish have risen again in the capital’s kitchen markets, placing additional financial strain on low- and fixed-income families.
8 August 2025, 18:49 PM
Dengue: 190 patients hospitalised in 24 hours
Currently, 1,317 dengue patients are undergoing treatment at different hospitals
8 August 2025, 12:56 PM
Dengue death toll climbs to 95 amid surge in cases
At least three dengue patients died while 408 others were hospitalised in the 24 hours till yesterday morning, indicating an alarming trend in the outbreak this year.
7 August 2025, 23:34 PM
10 ‘diseases’ plague the health system
The health ministry has identified 10 major “diseases” in the healthcare system and has taken or planned measures to address them, aiming to improve the country’s overall healthcare.
7 August 2025, 22:04 PM
Dengue: 3 dead, 408 hospitalised in a day
Currently, 1,326 dengue patients are undergoing treatment across the country
7 August 2025, 12:17 PM
3 more die of dengue, 428 get hospitalised
At least three dengue patients died while 428 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till yesterday morning, according to the Directorate General of Health Services.
6 August 2025, 20:10 PM
Chikungunya: What you need to know
Chikungunya is caused by a virus that can be passed to humans by infected mosquitoes
6 August 2025, 05:58 AM
Dengue death toll hits 89; experts warn of Aug surge
Three more dengue patients died and 319 others were hospitalised in the 24 hours till yesterday morning.
5 August 2025, 18:18 PM
Govt slashes stent prices by up to Tk 88,000
The steepest price cut is for Abbott's Synergy XD stents, the price of which has been reduced from Tk 1.88 lakh to Tk 1 lakh.
4 August 2025, 19:00 PM
Dengue cases cross 22,000
With 395 new dengue cases reported in the 24 hours till yesterday morning, the total number of infections this year has crossed the 22,000 mark, according to the Directorate General of Health Services.
4 August 2025, 18:16 PM
Dengue: 343 patients hospitalised in a day
Currently, 1,335 dengue patients are undergoing treatment at different hospitals
3 August 2025, 11:51 AM
Govt finally begins work on health reforms
Agencies asked to submit plans by August 5
2 August 2025, 22:11 PM
Why friendships are your life’s quiet superpower
We often underestimate just how powerful friendship really is. While careers, routines, and to-do lists fill up our days, it is often the people we share laughter, stories, and silence with who leave the biggest impact on our lives.
2 August 2025, 18:56 PM
The fundamentals of fat loss: A sustainable approach
In an era dominated by fad diets and quick-fix solutions, sustainable fat loss remains a topic riddled with misconceptions. Many individuals embark on extreme diets or punishing workout regimens, only to find themselves frustrated with little to no long-term results.
2 August 2025, 18:56 PM