Bangladesh’s Globe Biotech secures US patent for Covid-19 vaccine Bangavax

Its trials on monkeys proved the vaccine to be completely safe and effective
14 September 2025, 15:39 PM

Expanding financial access to empower small entrepreneurs

The Daily Start (TDS): How have NRBC’s financial products supported small entrepreneurs, particularly women and rural business owners, in accessing credit and building resilience?
13 September 2025, 18:29 PM

Cystic Fibrosis Day 2025: Shedding light on an underdiagnosed challenge in Bangladesh

Every year on 8 September, the world observes Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Day to raise awareness, share experiences, and call for better care for people living with this chronic genetic disease.
13 September 2025, 18:00 PM

AI stethoscope detects heart issues in seconds and analyse subtle differences that the human ear cannot detect

Doctors have developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-led stethoscope that can detect three serious heart conditions in just 15 seconds, The Guardian reported.
13 September 2025, 18:00 PM

World physiotherapy day 2025: The role of physiotherapy and physical activity in healthy ageing

Dr M Easin Ali.Every year, on 8 September, World Physiotherapy Day is observed globally. The aim is to raise awareness about the importance of physiotherapy, highlight the contributions of physiotherapists, and promote its positive effects on physical, mental, and social well-being..
13 September 2025, 18:00 PM

Stop bullying: No one heals by wounding others

Bullying is a negative behaviour that harms individuals physically or psychologically. It includes hurting, intimidating, or dominating someone perceived as weaker. Bullying can occur anywhere—schools, playgrounds, neighbourhoods, or online—but is most common in schools.
13 September 2025, 18:00 PM

WHO urged protection of CDC’s public health excellence

The World Health Organisation (WHO) called for the protection of the U.S. Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), emphasising its vital role in global public health.."<B>No institution is perfect, and continued improvements are always needed to make sure the latest science and ev
13 September 2025, 17:25 PM

Dengue: 2 dead, 279 hospitalised in a day

Currently, 1,722 patients are undergoing treatment at different hospitals
13 September 2025, 10:49 AM

ICU shut for 5 months in Patuakhali

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Patuakhali 250-bed General Hospital has remained closed for the last five months after it was vandalised on April 14, leaving critically ill patients without life-saving services.
12 September 2025, 20:34 PM

Dengue cases surge, Sept off to alarming start

Dengue infections and deaths are once again on the rise, with the first half of September showing a sharp spike, raising questions about the effectiveness of government initiatives to tackle the menace.
12 September 2025, 18:37 PM

Dengue claims 6 lives, highest in a single day this year

At least six dengue patients died in 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday -- the highest number of deaths reported in a single day this year.
11 September 2025, 18:02 PM

Two die of dengue

At least two dengue patients died, and 625 others were hospitalised in the 24 hours till yesterday morning.
10 September 2025, 21:41 PM

Three die of dengue, 580 get hospitalised in 24 hours

The total number of deaths rose to 135
7 September 2025, 13:23 PM

Moulvibazar Hospital; Dialysis services near closure amid fund crisis

The dialysis unit at the 250-bed Moulvibazar General Hospital is on the verge of a complete shutdown due to a severe funding crisis.
5 September 2025, 21:56 PM
3 September 2025, 13:39 PM

Physiotherapy overlooked in health system

Although physiotherapy is a vital part of health services worldwide, it has not been given due importance in Bangladesh’s health system, depriving many patients, said experts and professionals yesterday.
1 September 2025, 20:39 PM

4 more die of dengue, 568 hospitalised

With the latest data, the total number of deaths and cases rose to 122 and 31,476 respectively
31 August 2025, 13:27 PM

Menstrual dignity through markets: A safe path for underserved women

The Daily Star (TDS): How has Safepad’s innovation in reusable menstrual hygiene products improved health and dignity for women in remote and marginalised communities?
31 August 2025, 04:40 AM

Pvt sector, bigger budget vital for better healthcare

Greater private sector involvement and increased budget allocation are essential to improve healthcare in Bangladesh, said speakers at a programme yesterday.
30 August 2025, 21:33 PM

Neglect, underfunding cripple urban healthcare

Urban health -- particularly for low-income communities -- remains one of the most neglected, least prioritised, and underfunded areas of Bangladesh’s healthcare system, said speakers at a conference yesterday.
30 August 2025, 21:33 PM