Take urgent action to curb unnecessary C-sections
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Bangladesh
Injected with 'wrong medicine': Nurse suspended after child’s death at Suhrawardy hospital
28 January 2026, 18:27 PM
Healthcare
World Leprosy Day 2026: Time to put an end to stigma as disease remains curable
25 January 2026, 02:06 AM
Five minutes that could change everything!
25 January 2026, 02:03 AM
Menstrual migraine: The hormone-linked headache many dread
25 January 2026, 01:58 AM
Kidneys in silent mode: Early signs you should not ignore
25 January 2026, 01:54 AM
The silent health threat many people carry alone
25 January 2026, 01:49 AM
Vaping, smoking and teenage wellbeing: Understanding a growing mental health concern
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Why does digestion often feel slower in winter?
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Did You Know? / We might inhale lung-penetrating microplastics daily!
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Holidaymakers urged to be more conscious about chikungunya
Health experts urge the homebound people, who are leaving Dhaka for celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr, to keep clean their houses and remove all potential stagnant water sources to prevent the outbreak of chikungunya disease.
22 June 2017, 16:09 PM
Tresiba® demonstrated no increased risk of major cardiovascular events
Tresiba® demonstrated no increased risk of major cardiovascular (CV) events and significant reduction in rates of severe hypoglycaemia
17 June 2017, 18:00 PM
Women Deliver 2019 Global Conference to be held in Canada
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Canada is proud to have been chosen as the host country for the global Women Deliver
17 June 2017, 18:00 PM
The risk of long-term daily aspirin use in adults aged 75 or over
In people aged 75 or over, long-term daily aspirin use is linked to a higher than expected risk of disabling or fatal bleeding, according to
17 June 2017, 18:00 PM
Diabetes and Ramadan
Fasting is commonly associated with the month of Ramadan. Billions of Muslims around the world get engaged in this declaration of
17 June 2017, 18:00 PM
Global accolade for a Bangladeshi microbiologist
Each year American Society for Microbiology (ASM) recognises some renowned scientists for their outstanding contribution in
17 June 2017, 18:00 PM
‘Awareness can prevent chikungunya’
Chikungunya can be prevented if people are more aware and keep their surroundings clean, Health and Family Welfare Minister Mohammad Nasim says.
17 June 2017, 07:54 AM
Mother's obesity boosts risk for major birth defects
Children of obese women are more likely to be afflicted by major birth defects, including malformations of the heart and genitals, according to a study.
17 June 2017, 05:57 AM
Looking to lose weight? Try a vegetarian regime suggests new study
A new US study has found that going vegetarian can be more effective for weight loss than following a conventional low-calorie diet.
14 June 2017, 10:21 AM
Do we get more generous as we age?
A new study suggests that we become more generous towards strangers as we get older, even if our generosity is unlikely to be reciprocated.
14 June 2017, 05:57 AM
Anti-diabetes drug also 'lessens kidney, heart disease' risk
An anti-diabetic drug that lowers blood sugar levels for type 2 diabetes sufferers also significantly cuts the risk of cardiovascular and kidney disease, according to a study.
13 June 2017, 10:32 AM
Belly fat in women: Increasing the risk of heart disease
An expanding waistline is sometimes considered the price of getting older. For women, this can be especially true after menopause,
10 June 2017, 18:00 PM
Low back pain and neural mobilisation physiotherapy
Mr. Hossain (not real name), a 34 years old gentleman, works in an insurance company for the last 5 years. Suddenly a year ago he
10 June 2017, 18:00 PM
WhatsApp enables monitoring of attacks on healthcare workers in Syria
The messaging service WhatsApp is being used in Syria to help monitor and collect data on attacks on health care workers and facilities, providing robust data in support of advocacy and accountability efforts.
10 June 2017, 18:00 PM
Something in your eye? Here is what you need to do
When a foreign object enters your eye, you will know right away. Whether it is an eyelash, dust particle, or tiny piece of sand, chances are
10 June 2017, 18:00 PM
The ultimate health care regimen
The word probiotics means promoting life. Bodies are full of bacteria, both good and bad. Good, friendly and helpful live bacteria are
10 June 2017, 18:00 PM
Man's best friend helps seniors get active
Owning a dog can help older adults get more exercise, according to a small UK study.
10 June 2017, 11:01 AM
Something fishy: Indians swallow live fish for asthma
More than 5,000 Indians have lined up in the country's south, pinching their noses and sticking their tongues out to swallow live fish in an unusual traditional treatment for asthma.
10 June 2017, 06:07 AM
Archroma Texbiz 2017: First-ever textiles business case competition
Students hailing from business schools as well as engineering schools competed with each other to display their creativity, teamwork, and spirit.
8 June 2017, 18:00 PM
21 areas in Dhaka city most risky for Chikungunya: report
A total of 23 areas in Dhaka city were identified as most risky for Chikungunya disease, says a report.
8 June 2017, 14:59 PM