The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released its 2023 Essential Diagnostics List, which includes key updates to aid in the global management of various health conditions. Notably, the list now incorporates essential tests for hepatitis E virus (HEV) and personal glucose monitoring devices for diabetes, aiming to improve outbreak management and enhance disease control.

Occupational Therapy Day initially started on October 27, 2010, and celebrated nationally and internationally. The main aim of the day is to promote occupational therapy and create awareness among people. This year, the theme for this day is “Unity through Community.” Occupational therapists unite all community members to achieve a specific goal.

Ten more deaths were reported from dengue in 24 hours till this morning, raising the fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 1,327 this year

At least 11 more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am today as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease

The death toll from dengue this year has crossed the 1,300-mark as another 11 new deaths were reported in the last 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday.

11 more die, 1,802 hospitalised in 24 hours

Of the deaths, four were reported in the capital

The import of eggs has been held up because of the delay in getting the negative avian influenza certification from a competent authority.

Of the deaths, five were reported in the capital

1,272 deaths, 2,57,060 cases this year

At least nine more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am yesterday as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease.

At least nine more people died from dengue in 24 hours preceding 8:00am today as the country grapples with a record outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease

Kidney stones, those painful crystalline formations in the urinary system, affect about 1 in 10 people worldwide. Besides genetics and environmental roles, added sugar intake can also play a role, according to a recent study published in Frontiers.

Being physically active can improve brain health and functions, help in managing body weight, reduce the risk of many non-communicable diseases, for example, cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal pain, and some arthritis, strengthen body bones and muscles, and improve our ability to continue our daily activities.

In the world of tea lovers and wellness enthusiasts, there is a secret ingredient that has been quietly making waves. Holy Basil Leaf, affectionately known as Tulsi Pata, is the game-changer your daily tea has been waiting for.

Body language is a type of nonverbal communication. It mainly includes facial expressions, body posture, gestures, eye movement, touch, and the use of space.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released a new publication listing key regulatory considerations for artificial intelligence (AI) in health.

Of the 20 deaths, 10 were reported in the capital

A month ahead of the Aman harvesting season, prices of rice have gone up by Tk 1 to 3 per kg over the last one week in the capital’s kitchen markets.

With 1,558 new dengue cases reported yesterday, the total number of dengue cases has surpassed 2.5 lakh, marking yet another milestone for the mosquito-borne disease this year.