Dr Muniruddin Ahmed.On October 13, The Guardian published an alarming report titled ‘<I>Sharp global rise in antibiotic-resistant infections in hospitals, WHO finds</I>.’ The World Health Organisation (WHO) warned that infections once easily curable with conventional antibiotics are now be

Headache disorders remained among the most common neurological conditions worldwide, affecting an estimated 40% of the global population in 2021. Despite their widespread impact, they continued to be underestimated and under-treated, leading to significant personal suffering, reduced quality of life and substantial economic loss.

Lung cancer is no longer just a smoker’s disease. In Bangladesh, alongside smoking and negligence, factors such as air pollution, radon gas, genetic mutations, and industrial emissions from workplaces are increasingly contributing to its risk. Research shows that although smoking remains a major cause of lung cancer among patients in Bangladesh, cases of adenocarcinoma—a particular type—are rising even among people who have never smoked.

Diabetes continues to rise at an alarming rate. Globally, 7 out of 10 (412 million) adults living with diabetes are of working age. Three out of four people with diabetes report feeling anxious, depressed, or having other mental health issues due to their condition. Managing diabetes at work negatively affects the mental well-being of 4 in 10 employees with the condition.

Every year, World Prematurity Day (15 November) highlights the urgent need to care for babies born too soon. This year’s theme echoes WHO’s Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures campaign, reminding us that every child deserves a fair chance at life, starting from their very first moments.

More than 4.4 billion people lived in urban areas, a figure projected to rise to nearly 70% by 2050. In cities, health, inequality, environment and economy intersected in powerful ways, creating complex risks and opportunities.

Musculoskeletal health has become a growing concern in today’s modern workplace, where most professionals spend long hours sitting at computers or doing the same thing over and over. Work-related health issues like back pain, neck stiffness, shoulder tension, and issues with the wrist or knee are now common.

Chocolate, once dismissed as a guilty pleasure, is now reclaiming its identity as a functional food. No longer merely a sugary indulgence, functional chocolate is emerging as a smart fusion of taste and nutrition, blending traditional cocoa goodness with scientifically backed bioactive compounds.

November 14 marks World Diabetes Day 2025. According to the latest International Diabetes Federation (IDF) report, 1 out of 9 adults is living with diabetes as of 2025, and 40% of them are unaware that they even have diabetes. The majority of these adults reside in low- and middle-income countries, such as Bangladesh.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) released new guidance for countries on ways to counter the immediate and long-term effects of sudden and severe cuts to external funding, which are disrupting the delivery of essential health services in many countries.

A pioneering brain–computer interface (BCI) implant has restored functional central vision to patients suffering from geographic atrophy (GA), a severe form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) — a leading cause of blindness worldwide. The results of this landmark clinical trial have been published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), marking what scientists call a “paradigm shift” in vision restoration.

The convenience of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is undeniable. Yet, it raises questions about our cognitive habits. Concerns are emerging that over-reliance on AI may affect critical thinking, problem-solving, and intellectual development. What actually happens to the human brain when it no longer needs to think as hard?

August 2024 saw highest number of war-wounded Rohingya treated by MSF

In a factory outside Gazipur, a 19-year-old operator once told a counsellor from SAJIDA Foundation, “Apa, my hands don’t shake because of the machines. They shake because of what I am carrying inside my chest.” She was not alone. Across Bangladesh, countless people carry their struggles silently

The World Health Organisation (WHO) and global partners released the 2025 Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change report, warning that continued reliance on fossil fuels and slow adaptation to climate change were already causing devastating health impacts worldwide.

Observed globally on 27 October, World Occupational Therapy Day celebrates the vital role occupational therapists play in helping people live fuller, more independent lives. This year’s theme, “Occupational Therapy in Action,” underscores the profession’s hands-on approach to improving daily functioning and overall wellbeing.

Across Bangladesh, a growing number of wellness and awareness programmes are inspiring people to prioritise their physical and mental wellbeing through community-driven experiences.

The Oncology Club Bangladesh recently organised the Bangladesh International Cancer Congress (BICC) 2025, where experts called for mandatory cancer screening in select cases to ensure early detection and reduce mortality rates, according to a press release.

I had been confined to a wheelchair for months, crippled by scoliosis and uncertainty.

In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become an inseparable part of modern life. Deadlines, financial pressures, and social expectations silently strain both mind and body.