The growing challenge of rare tumours — and the centres built to treat them

Rare cancers are often overshadowed by more common malignancies such as breast, lung, or colorectal cancer.
15 March 2026, 00:19 AM

Study Findings: Obesity linked to higher risk of severe infections

Adult obesity significantly increases the risk of severe infections and infection-related deaths, according to a large international study published in The Lancet.
15 March 2026, 00:17 AM

Global health milestone: single-dose pill for sleeping sickness gains EU support

A new oral drug that could simplify treatment for sleeping sickness has received a positive scientific opinion from the European Medicines Agency (EMA), raising hopes for faster elimination of the deadly disease in Africa.
15 March 2026, 00:16 AM

Empty clinics, ailing villages: Bangladesh’s quiet rural health crisis

Bangladesh is widely recognised as a global success story in public health. Over the past few decades, the country has made remarkable progress in reducing maternal and child mortality, expanding immunisation coverage and increasing life expectancy.
15 March 2026, 00:14 AM

Global partners launch $54m effort to boost maternal nutrition in Africa

A new multi-country initiative aimed at improving maternal health and nutrition across Africa has been launched with an initial investment of $54 million from the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF).
15 March 2026, 00:12 AM

Bangladesh’s CHRF wins prestigious Wellcome grant to study severe viral pneumonia in children

Bangladesh’s Child Health Research Foundation (CHRF) has received a prestigious Wellcome Discovery Award to investigate severe viral pneumonia in children, marking a significant milestone for the country’s biomedical research landscape.
15 March 2026, 00:11 AM

Study links e-cigarettes to higher blood pressure risk

Smoking traditional cigarettes or using e-cigarettes may significantly raise the risk of high blood pressure, according to new research that adds to growing concerns about nicotine use.
15 March 2026, 00:08 AM

4 years on, hospital not fully operational

Even after four years since its inauguration, the 50-bed Islamic Mission Hospital, Sirta in Mymensingh Sadar upazila has yet to become fully operational due to acute staff shortage.
14 March 2026, 02:05 AM

Woman dies after C-section at Gazipur hospital, relatives vandalise facility

Family alleges surgical error at private clinic in Sreepur; authorities launch probe
9 March 2026, 17:48 PM

More than a period problem: why menstrual migraine needs attention and action

For many women and adolescent girls, menstruation brings more than abdominal cramps and mood changes.
8 March 2026, 01:58 AM

Let every child hear, learn and thrive this World Hearing Day 2026

On 3 March, the world marks World Hearing Day 2026 with a clear and urgent message: act now so no child is left behind due to ear or hearing problems.
8 March 2026, 01:50 AM

Blood test: Predicting Alzheimer’s years before symptoms

A simple blood test might one day act as a molecular ‘clock’ to predict not only whether someone will develop Alzheimer’s disease but also when symptoms could begin, according to a Nature report.
8 March 2026, 01:37 AM

Increased pain during Ramadan: Causes and management

During the holy month of Ramadan, many individuals experience an increase in various types of pain—particularly in the lower back, knees, neck, shoulders, and other joints.
8 March 2026, 01:32 AM

What to drink after dates at iftar

After long hours of fasting during Ramadan, iftar is a sensitive transition for the body.
8 March 2026, 01:24 AM

What digital health is teaching us about rural Bangladesh

For decades, rural healthcare in Bangladesh has been shaped by distance, shortages, and silence.
8 March 2026, 01:17 AM

Ramadan daily food guide: Nourishing your body while fasting

Ramadan is a sacred month of fasting from dawn to sunset. While fasting is primarily spiritual, proper nutrition is essential to maintain energy, hydration, and overall health.
22 February 2026, 02:13 AM

Long-term air pollution exposure raises Alzheimer’s risk, especially after stroke

A new study has found that long-term exposure to air pollution increases the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, particularly among older adults with a history of stroke. The research was published in PLOS Medicine.
22 February 2026, 02:10 AM

Next-generation flu vaccines could save millions of lives worldwide

Next-generation influenza vaccines, which aim to provide broader and longer-lasting protection than current seasonal vaccines, could significantly reduce the global burden of flu, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).
22 February 2026, 02:07 AM

Neck pain from improper device use: Prevention and treatment

In today’s digital era, smartphones, tablets, and laptops have become inseparable parts of our daily lives.
22 February 2026, 02:05 AM

Women and underserved communities face biggest gaps in cataract care!

The World Health Organisation (WHO) is urging countries to accelerate access to cataract surgery, a simple and highly effective procedure that can restore sight and prevent avoidable blindness.
22 February 2026, 02:01 AM