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
Which therapy really helps knee arthritis?
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Cheaper drinks will see a rise in noncommunicable diseases and injuries!
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Therapy that brings lasting relief for chronic back pain
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Act before birth: The urgent need for early thalassaemia screening in Bangladesh
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Meeting clean air targets could curb the diabetes burden in Bangladesh
11 January 2026, 00:00 AM
The chilling truth about winter joint pain and simple ways to manage it
11 January 2026, 00:00 AM
AI in colonoscopy: A helpful tool or a risk to doctors’ skills?
11 January 2026, 00:00 AM
From yoga to music: The Flow Fest Dhaka 2025 inspires a citywide movement for 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.
1 November 2025, 18:05 PM
BICC 2025 calls for mandatory screening and national cancer policy
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.
1 November 2025, 18:05 PM
A personal journey: The tao of healing touch
I had been confined to a wheelchair for months, crippled by scoliosis and uncertainty.
1 November 2025, 18:04 PM
The hidden connection between the mind and gastric health
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.
25 October 2025, 18:00 PM
How to deal with Diabetic Foot?
Nowadays you must be hearing the word “Diabetic Foot” from people around.
25 October 2025, 18:00 PM
Neurological conditions are the leading cause of ill health and disability
The World Health Organisation (WHO) warned that fewer than one in three countries had a national policy to address the rising burden of neurological disorders,
25 October 2025, 18:00 PM
At-home workouts to keep your liver healthy
You don’t need a gym to take care of your liver—simple exercises at home can make a big difference. Regular physical activity helps reduce liver fat, improves metabolism, and prevents fatty liver disease from progressing.
25 October 2025, 18:00 PM
Empowering lives through meaningful participation
It was a sunny morning in Dhaka when little Rafiq, a seven-year-old boy with cerebral palsy, smiled for the first time while learning to hold a pencil on his own.
25 October 2025, 18:00 PM
Vitiligo in children may signal hidden risks of hearing loss
Emerging research highlights a surprising link between vitiligo in children and an increased risk of hearing loss.
18 October 2025, 20:08 PM
Post Chikungunya joints and muscle pain management
Mr Rahman, 56 years old, came to the hospital with a complaint of severe pain in several joints, causing difficulties in walking and other daily activities. The patient said he had experienced a fever that lasted 2 to 3 days. After examination it was diagnosed as a case of post-chikungunya. Like Mr Rahman, many people are suffering from severe pain in different joints and muscles, especially after Chikungunya fever. Every day many of them are seeking relief from this obnoxious pain and discomfort in their lives.
18 October 2025, 20:08 PM
Food upcycling: The missing link in our fight against food insecurity
Household food insecurity remains a significant challenge in Bangladesh, particularly for low-income households, driven by high food prices and climate shocks. World Food Day 2025, observed on 16 October, draws critical attention to the global fight against food insecurity..Food upcycling
18 October 2025, 20:07 PM
New global guidelines target postpartum bleeding to save mothers’ lives
Leading global health organisations have issued new guidelines to prevent and manage postpartum haemorrhage (PPH)—the world’s leading cause of maternal death.
18 October 2025, 20:07 PM
Regional anaesthesia: A safer future for postoperative pain control
Dr Rashed Ashraf.Surgery is a life-saving intervention, but the period that follows can be challenging. Severe pain after an operation is not just a source of suffering; it can lead to delayed recovery, increased hospital stays, higher risk of complications such as blood clots, and even lo
18 October 2025, 20:06 PM
Entry tests for medical, dental colleges to be held on same day
Health ministry set the date for MBBS and BDS entrance exams for December 12
13 October 2025, 13:25 PM
Global tobacco use declined, but the epidemic persisted
The World Health Organisation’s (WHO) 2025 report revealed that global tobacco use had declined significantly, with the number of users dropping from 1.38 billion in 2000 to 1.2 billion in 2024—a 27% relative decrease since 2010. Despite this progress, one in five adults worldwide still used tobacco, contributing to millions of preventable deaths.
11 October 2025, 18:06 PM
The five sleep profiles that shape our mental health
In a major leap forward for sleep science, researchers have uncovered five distinct “sleep” profiles—patterns that reveal how our nightly rest is intertwined with mental health, cognition, and even the way our brains are wired.
11 October 2025, 18:01 PM
Statin use in pregnancy: No increased risk of birth defects
A recent research published in the JAMA Watch has examined the safety of using statins—medications commonly prescribed to lower cholesterol—during pregnancy, particularly during the first trimester. Historically, statins have been contraindicated during pregnancy due to concerns about potential risks to foetal development.
11 October 2025, 18:00 PM
World mental health day 2025: Protecting minds in humanitarian crises
As wars, disasters, and epidemics continue to upend lives across the world, the World Health Organisation (WHO) marked world mental health day 2025 with a clear message — mental health must be protected in humanitarian emergencies.
11 October 2025, 18:00 PM
Microgreens: Tiny greens with powerful health benefits
In a world drowning in junk food, a tiny leaf barely an inch tall is emerging as a silent warrior for health — the microgreen. These young seedlings of vegetables and herbs are becoming a global health trend, adding a burst of colour, texture, and flavour to salads and dishes.
11 October 2025, 18:00 PM
Typhoid vaccination campaign begins
A month-long typhoid vaccination campaign will begin in the country today.
11 October 2025, 18:00 PM