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
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
Why are onion prices rising abruptly?
Onion prices have been increasing over the past weeks, as farmers and traders release fewer stocks to local markets in the hope of better returns amid the government’s suspension of imports
22 April 2025, 15:40 PM
DNCC administrator calls for dedicated dengue units in hospitals
"Free dengue testing has been arranged at all DNCC urban health centers and maternity centers"
22 April 2025, 12:26 PM
Sreemangal Health Complex: Patients suffer due to shortage of doctors, nurses
Patients are being deprived of essential healthcare services at the 50-bed Sreemangal Upazila Health Complex in Moulvibazar due to an acute shortage of doctors, nurses, and technical staffers.
19 April 2025, 20:27 PM
Nighttime habits that help you burn fat and sleep better
Losing weight is not just about what you eat or how much you exercise—it is also about the small habits you follow at night.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Running stronger, safer: What is behind the drop in cardiac deaths?
Long-distance running continues to attract millions, and while it is known for boosting cardiovascular fitness, rare but serious heart-related emergencies can still occur during races.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Global guidelines released for Meningitis diagnosis and care
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released its first global guidelines for the diagnosis, treatment, and care of meningitis, aiming to accelerate detection, ensure timely treatment, and enhance long-term care.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Simple mindfulness techniques for stress relief and better well-being
Mindfulness is a powerful practice that can enhance mental and physical health.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Emotional first aid: Why we need to treat psychological wounds like physical ones
If you got a deep cut, you would clean it and apply a bandage.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Beat the headache: Top treatments and tips for lasting relief
Headaches are a common yet disruptive ailment, ranging from mild discomfort to severe pain.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
New guidance calls for urgent transformation of mental health policies
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has launched new guidance aimed at helping countries strengthen their mental health policies and systems.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Essential commodities: Price spiral hits fixed-income families hard
Supply chain experts and consumer rights activists blame the absence of consistent market monitoring, dwindling supply of winter vegetables, and the end of VAT exemptions granted during Ramadan.
18 April 2025, 18:01 PM
Landmark agreement reached at WHO over tackling future pandemics
Aimed at avoiding a repeat of the mistakes made during the Covid-19 crisis
16 April 2025, 03:12 AM
Soybean oil price hike temporary: commerce adviser
Improved supply and increased competition will help bring down prices soon, he says
15 April 2025, 12:03 PM
Commerce ministry to sit today as refiners seek to hike soybean oil prices
The commerce ministry is going to hold a meeting tomorrow after edible oil refiners sought to hike prices of soybean oil by Tk 14 or 8 percent for each litre of packaged oil
13 April 2025, 18:40 PM
60 more injured to go abroad for treatment
The government will send an additional 60 individuals injured during the July-August mass uprising abroad for advanced medical treatment, Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum said yesterday.
13 April 2025, 18:27 PM
Dengue claims 2 more lives
At least two people died of dengue and 22 were hospitalised across the country in the 24 hours till yesterday morning, raising this year’s death toll to 16 and the total number of cases to 2,074, according to the DGHS.
12 April 2025, 20:40 PM
Hilsa prices skyrocket ahead of Pahela Baishakh
Consequently, a week before the Bangla New Year on April 14, the demand for hilsa skyrockets
10 April 2025, 15:41 PM
18 hospitalised with dengue in 24hrs
The total number of case has risen to 2,044 this year
10 April 2025, 13:24 PM
Maternal health at risk amid threats of funding cuts
Although Bangladesh has achieved a remarkable reduction in its maternal mortality rate, this progress could be jeopardised by current and potential funding cuts from key development partners, according to a new UN report.
8 April 2025, 18:23 PM
Next-gen insulin could ease type 2 diabetes
Living with type 2 diabetes often means constant effort — checking blood sugar levels, planning meals, and injecting insulin daily. For many, this routine can be overwhelming. But a recent study offers hope in the form of smarter technology that can ease this burden.
5 April 2025, 18:00 PM