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
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
‘Regular meat eaters more at cancer risk’
Vegetarians have 14 percent lower risk of developing cancer than those who regularly eat meat, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Oxford.
25 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Managing symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal problem for women around the world.
24 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Human brain remains ‘sharp till 60’
Contrary to popular belief, a recent study has found that the human brain remains sharp till advanced age.
21 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Know your deshi ‘superfoods’: Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) is an herbal shrub, the roots and berries of which are used for medicinal properties.
18 February 2022, 18:00 PM
ICU doctors’ wellbeing during pandemic
Even though each professional had to adapt to their new way of life, doctors had to adapt to the Covid-19 pandemic in an unprecedented manner.
17 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Pneumonia in kids: Prevalence, prevention
Pneumonia is a respiratory infection usually caused by a virus, bacteria or fungi.
14 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Long-term paracetamol use risky for those with high BP
Paracetamol is the most popular and most used pain medication in the world. It is available over the counter and usually considered safe when taken in recommended doses.
10 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Know your deshi ‘superfoods’: Fennel seeds
Fennel seeds look like cumin, but are greener. They are the dried seeds of the fennel herb. It is a common item frequently used in most South Asian kitchens.
7 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Know your deshi ‘superfoods’: Horitoki
The dried ripe fruits of the “horitoki” tree, also known as chebulic myrobalan (Terminalia chebula), have been used as an integral part of the subcontinent’s traditional medicine for ages.
4 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Know your deshi ‘superfoods’: Chirata
Chirata or Swertia chirayita (Gentianaceae) is a popular medicinal herb, native to regions of temperate Himalayas. The shrubs can be two-three feet long.
3 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Kidney patients in Dhaka, CTG hospitals: Held hostage to public-pvt row
Kidney patients suffered badly as dialysis services remained halted for seven hours at two public hospitals in the capital and Chattogram yesterday.
2 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Patients’ relatives protest in Dhaka, Ctg hospitals for suspending dialysis services
Patients' relatives protested by blocking Mirpur Road in front of the National Institute of Kidney Diseases and Urology in Dhaka, where dialysis services have been suspended.
2 February 2022, 09:29 AM
How do kidney stones form?
A kidney stone is solid deposit that is made from chemicals in the urine.
31 January 2022, 18:00 PM
Mental health services crucial
At least 101 students of tertiary educational institutions died by suicide last year and two in three of them were males, found a study.
29 January 2022, 18:00 PM
Know your deshi ‘superfoods’: Gooseberries
Gooseberry, or Amloki, is widely available in Bangladesh and the subcontinent. It has a following throughout the world as a “superfruit” and rightfully so.
28 January 2022, 18:00 PM
Embracing menopause with a positive attitude
Menopause a turbulent time for women. Hormone levels drop quickly, which causes period to slow to a stop, and some other symptoms set in. But one must consider that menopause is a natural part of life.
27 January 2022, 18:00 PM
Know your deshi ‘superfoods’ Raw turmeric
Raw turmeric is the ground root of the turmeric plant. The roots have been used in various forms for centuries in the subcontinent. Many of its health benefits have also been proven by science.
25 January 2022, 18:00 PM
Know your ‘superfoods’: Aloe vera
Aloe vera is one of the most popular medicinal plants that people have used for thousands of years.
23 January 2022, 18:00 PM
Teenage depression: What to look out for and how to help
Depression is more than just a feeling of being sad for a short period. Among teens, depression can cause a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in activities and it can control thoughts and behaviour.
21 January 2022, 18:00 PM
Know your ‘superfoods’: Moringa
Moringa oleifera is a tree native to the subcontinent.
20 January 2022, 18:00 PM