New research suggests that taking fish oil supplements while pregnant is one way to reduce the risk of asthma in children.

Transparency and traceability, new taste sensations and self-care are among some of the food trends predicted to make headlines in 2018, according to analysts at market research group Mintel.

Emergency medical services at the Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) resumes after suspension of more than three hours today.

The High Court summons the civil surgeon of Comilla and two others to appear before it on November 7 to explain their role regarding the incident of stitching a woman’s womb leaving a fetus inside following a surgery.

Growing up in a household with dogs may protect children against eczema and asthma, according to two studies presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting in Boston, USA, October 26-30.

Taking weight at birth is very important and it dictates the physician what measurement to be taken soon after birth to reduce the morbidity and mortality of neonate.

Super grain Quinoa was first cultivated over 5,000 years ago and it was called mother of all grains. This plant based gluten free protein is pronounced as ‘Keen Waa’. In this article we will try to uncover the health and beauty secrets behind these super crops.

Pollution is linked to an estimated 9 million deaths each year worldwide — equivalent to 1 in 6 (16%) of all deaths, according to a major

The Population Council has conducted a unique evaluation study titled “Evaluation of the Effectiveness of the HERhealth Model for

In 2016, an estimated 90,000 people died from measles — an 84% drop from more than 550,000 deaths in 2000 — according to a

Ahead of World Stroke Day, October 29, here are some preventative measures that could help reduce the risk of stroke and keep the heart healthy.

The risk of serious heart problems after open heart surgery nearly doubles when the operation is performed in the morning rather than the afternoon, researchers say.

Two teams of scientists unveil a new generation of programmable molecular machines that can seamlessly repair tiny but deadly errors in the genetic coding of living organisms.

A team of researchers in Switzerland works to reverse paralysis. The key lies in the usage of tiny wireless spinal implants that helps the brain to communicate with the paralyzed parts of the body once again, reports Mashable.

New US research reveals some of the factors that could be influencing the risk of postpartum depression (PPD), including giving birth in fall or summer, not having anesthesia, and delivering babies earlier in pregnancy.

Chinese scientists have found evidence that a fungus used in traditional Chinese medicine widely sought by the public for its healing powers, also carries anti-cancer benefits.

The American Cancer Society estimates that about 250,000 women in the United States is going to be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, joining the approximately 3.1 million breast-cancer survivors who have completed treatment or are still undergoing it.

Taking iron supplements every other day instead of daily is associated with increased iron absorption in women with low iron levels,

Every year on October 16, people from around the world join together to observe World Spine Day to raise awareness about spinal

Cancer medical mission 2017, a week long programme, was initiated jointly by the Partners for World Health and Rotary club of Dhaka