A new study published in The Lancet highlights a significant global shift towards lower fertility rates, posing major implications for economies and societies worldwide. By 2100, over 97% of countries are projected to have fertility rates below what’s needed to sustain population levels. 

A recent report from the World Health Organisation (WHO) titled “Fair share for health and care: gender and the undervaluation of health and care work” sheds light on how gender disparities in health and care roles adversely affect women, health systems,

New research from the Netherlands, presented ahead of the European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ECCMID 2024), unveils a promising breakthrough in the quest for an HIV cure.

Researchers compared the efficacy and safety of a drug-coated balloon versus an uncoated balloon in a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association to treat in-stent restenosis, a complication that affects up to 10% of patients

Millions around the globe commemorate World TB Day today. The theme of World TB Day 2024, “Yes! We can end TB!”—conveys a message of hope that getting back on track to turn the tide against the TB epidemic is possible through high-level

Fruit sellers on Kemal Ataturk Road in Banani have been found selling guavas at Tk 200 per kg, whereas the usual price for guavas in Dhaka city is Tk 80 per kg

Bangladesh reported 26 Covid-19 cases in 24 hours till this morning

The government has asked the private sector to import 83,000 tonnes of rice within a month, aiming to further control the hike in rice prices in the retail market across the country

One more dengue patient died while 14 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till this morning

All hospitals across the country have been asked to take measures to provide proper treatment to patients infected with dengue, Health Minister Samanta Lal Sen said today

At least 20 dengue patients were hospitalised across the country in the last 24 hours till this morning

At least 20 dengue patients were hospitalised across the country in the last 24 hours till today morning

Despite a good supply of watermelons in Patuakhali markets, consumers are not able to buy the seasonal fruit due to high price. It is one of the most sought after fruits during Ramadan.

Bangladesh reported 36 Covid-19 cases in 24 hours till this morning

The High Court today ordered the government to form an independent committee led by an additional secretary of the health ministry to probe the allegation of gross negligence that caused the death of Rahib Reza at Labaid Specialized Hospital in the capital's Dhanmondi

Renowned ophthalmologist Prof Deen Md Nurul Haque has been appointed as the new vice-chancellor of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU).

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today urged doctors in the country to devote more time to research in medical science by reducing the time they spend on private practice

Two more dengue patients died while 12 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till this morning

The Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock will set up 30 points in the capital to sell milk, eggs, meat, and fish at affordable prices throughout the month of Ramadan

The Smart Bangladesh Vision by 2041 set a new target for Bangladesh, and the Perspective Plan 2021–2041 defined the economic and social targets.