Govt launches oral cholera vaccination campaign; 51.75 lakh targeted
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Health
Cholera vaccination campaign targeting 51.75 lakh people starts Aug 22
19 August 2026
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Health
Interview / ‘We expect visible changes in health sector within one to one-and-a-half years’
18 August 2026
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Health
Adulterated, toxic food puts Jashore children at growing health risk
18 August 2026
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Food
Fatty food raises risk of colorectal cancer
18 August 2026
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Health
Health ministry form teams to inspect hospitals on regular basis
17 August 2026
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Health
6 suspected measles deaths in 24 hours, combined toll rises to 908
16 August 2026
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Disease
3 die of dengue as 805 more are hospitalised in a day
16 August 2026
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Disease
Events / Summer Flow 2026: Two days to move, create, connect and heal
16 August 2026
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Health
Immunotherapy / When a cancer breakthrough comes with a price tag
16 August 2026
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Health
The guilt trap we fall into: Why our actions and beliefs do not always align
It has been a long, draining day at work, and by the time you head home, you are absolutely starving.
15 March 2025
The hidden toll of COVID-19: years of life lost beyond the virus
The COVID-19 pandemic profoundly affected millions worldwide, but its impact extends far beyond the lives directly lost to the virus.
15 March 2025
The hidden crisis: Exclusion of women from wellness spaces in Bangladesh
A woman’s self-actualisation, growth, and productivity are directly tied to her well-being. When women are deprived of holistic wellness, it affects families,
15 March 2025
When can you drive after a heart attack?
A heart attack is a life-changing event, and recovery involves more than just medical treatment—it also includes knowing when it is safe to resume daily activities like driving.
15 March 2025
How chronic pain and mental health are connected
Chronic pain is more than just a physical condition—it affects mental well-being and overall quality of life.
15 March 2025
Ramadan bazaar food safety: Battling high temperatures for hygiene and health
Ramadan bazaars are a cherished part of the fasting month, offering a variety of meals for iftar.
15 March 2025
Infant dies at CMCH, father alleges negligence
A seven-day-old infant died this morning at the Neonatology Ward of Chittagong Medical College Hospital (CMCH), allegedly due to the negligence of a ward maid
15 March 2025
Demand for watermelon peaks for Ramadan amid surge in price
Watermelons are currently being sold at Tk 50 per kilogramme, with a variety of sizes and types available across the region
15 March 2025
Swift construction of a 500-bed medical college hospital demanded in Cox’s Bazar
Additionally, the influx of Rohingya refugees has further strained the healthcare system
13 March 2025
Recruitment of 2,000 doctors: Special BCS on the cards
The health ministry has proposed holding a special BCS exam to recruit 2,000 doctors, alongside the ongoing hiring of around 3,500 others through three BCS exams.
13 March 2025
Cumilla Hospital: Patient falls from corridor to death
A patient at Cumilla Medical College Hospital died after accidentally falling from the fourth floor’s corridor to the ground on Friday night.
8 March 2025
How mental health affects self-confidence in thinking
A new study published in PLOS Mental Health found that people with anxiety and depression often doubt themselves, while those with compulsive behaviours (like obsessive-compulsive disorder) tend to be overconfident in their thinking.
8 March 2025
Bangladeshi medical students shine at prestigious SCALPEL IV symposium in Barcelona
Bangladesh has achieved a mentionable feat in the global medical community as two of its young medical students were invited to participate in the prestigious SCALPEL IV Symposium in Barcelona.
8 March 2025
Changing mindsets: Empower yourself to make ear and hearing care a reality for all!
World Hearing Day 2025, celebrated on March 3rd, emphasises the theme, “Changing mindsets: Empower yourself to make ear and hearing care a reality for all.”
8 March 2025
The hidden web of chronic diseases: A global health crisis
Chronic diseases are an undeniable reality, affecting millions worldwide.
8 March 2025
Instant stress busters: quick ways to relax
Feeling overwhelmed? You don’t need hours to unwind—just a few minutes can make a big difference. Try these simple yet effective techniques to ease stress fast.
8 March 2025
Menopause and memory: Study links symptoms to later cognitive decline
Menopause brings a range of physical and emotional changes, but new research suggests its impact may extend beyond immediate symptoms.
8 March 2025
Cancer can be avoided! It’s not mere a genetic lottery
The National Cancer Institute of America defines cancer as “a disease in which some of the body’s cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body.”
8 March 2025
July uprising: Dietary allowance raised to Tk 250 per injured patient
The health ministry has directed the relevant authorities to increase the dietary allowance for injured and admitted patients of the student-led mass uprising to improve the quality of their food
5 March 2025
60% of adults will be overweight or obese by 2050: study
Nearly 60 percent of all adults and a third of all children in the world will be overweight or obese by 2050 unless governments take action, a large new study said Tuesday
4 March 2025