Boosting workplace wellbeing: Simple steps for a healthier, happier workforce

Creating a healthy and positive work environment is essential for maintaining both productivity and mental health. With nearly 60% of the global population engaged in work, the workplace often becomes a major part of our daily lives. Ensuring that it is a place where individuals feel supported and valued can make all the difference in mental wellbeing.
20 September 2025

Essential health screenings for those over 60: A guide to healthy ageing

Reaching your 60s is a milestone, but it is also a time to focus more on your health. Regular screenings can help detect potential issues early, allowing for better management and prevention of serious conditions. Here is a guide to essential health checkups for those over 60 that can keep you active, independent, and healthy for years to come.
20 September 2025

Hidden diabetes affecting 25m finally gets a name

An unusual and long-overlooked form of diabetes, linked to severe childhood malnutrition and affecting mostly lean patients, has finally been given a name, according to a Bloomberg report.
19 September 2025
19 September 2025

DSCC tops in dengue deaths, Barishal in cases

147 deaths, 40,709 cases recorded so far this year.83 deaths reported in DSCC.11,927 cases in Barishal.Experts warn of October outbreak..Lack of national mosquito control programme blamed.****************.Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) has recorded
19 September 2025

Six more die of dengue, 647 hospitalised

Six dengue patients died and 647 others were hospitalised across Bangladesh in the 24 hours until 8:00am yesterday, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
18 September 2025

Five die of dengue, 622 get hospitalised

At least five dengue patients died while 622 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday.
17 September 2025

9 Upazila health complexes: Expansion okayed without solving manpower crisis

The health authorities have moved to expand the capacity of nine upazila health complexes in as many districts to cope with the growing number of patients, without addressing the existing shortage of manpower at the facilities.
17 September 2025

One dies of dengue, 665 get hospitalised

One dengue patient died while 665 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till yesterday morning.
16 September 2025

Two die of anthrax-like symptoms in Rangpur

Two people have died in Pirgacha upazila of Rangpur in the past month with symptoms resembling anthrax, while over a hundred others have received treatment for similar infections.
15 September 2025
15 September 2025

Joy turns to grief as 5 out of 6 newborns die after rare sextuplet birth in DMCH

Two died during treatment yesterday at different hospitals
15 September 2025

Typhoid Vaccine: 90 lakh children registered so far

Around 90 lakh children have so far been registered as the government prepares to launch its first-ever typhoid vaccination campaign on October 12.
14 September 2025

Three more die of dengue, 685 hospitalised

Three more deaths were reported from dengue in the 24 hours leading up to yesterday morning, raising the number of fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 150 this year.
14 September 2025

Bangladesh’s Globe Biotech secures US patent for Covid-19 vaccine Bangavax

Its trials on monkeys proved the vaccine to be completely safe and effective
14 September 2025

Expanding financial access to empower small entrepreneurs

The Daily Start (TDS): How have NRBC’s financial products supported small entrepreneurs, particularly women and rural business owners, in accessing credit and building resilience?
13 September 2025

Cystic Fibrosis Day 2025: Shedding light on an underdiagnosed challenge in Bangladesh

Every year on 8 September, the world observes Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Day to raise awareness, share experiences, and call for better care for people living with this chronic genetic disease.
13 September 2025

AI stethoscope detects heart issues in seconds and analyse subtle differences that the human ear cannot detect

Doctors have developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-led stethoscope that can detect three serious heart conditions in just 15 seconds, The Guardian reported.
13 September 2025

World physiotherapy day 2025: The role of physiotherapy and physical activity in healthy ageing

Dr M Easin Ali.Every year, on 8 September, World Physiotherapy Day is observed globally. The aim is to raise awareness about the importance of physiotherapy, highlight the contributions of physiotherapists, and promote its positive effects on physical, mental, and social well-being..
13 September 2025

Stop bullying: No one heals by wounding others

Bullying is a negative behaviour that harms individuals physically or psychologically. It includes hurting, intimidating, or dominating someone perceived as weaker. Bullying can occur anywhere—schools, playgrounds, neighbourhoods, or online—but is most common in schools.
13 September 2025