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Woman dies after C-section at Gazipur hospital, relatives vandalise facility
9 March 2026, 17:48 PM
Healthcare
More than a period problem: why menstrual migraine needs attention and action
8 March 2026, 01:58 AM
Healthcare
Let every child hear, learn and thrive this World Hearing Day 2026
8 March 2026, 01:50 AM
Healthcare
What digital health is teaching us about rural Bangladesh
8 March 2026, 01:17 AM
Healthcare
Blood test: Predicting Alzheimer’s years before symptoms
8 March 2026, 01:37 AM
Research
Increased pain during Ramadan: Causes and management
8 March 2026, 01:32 AM
Healthcare
What to drink after dates at iftar
8 March 2026, 01:24 AM
Healthcare
Japan approves stem-cell treatment for Parkinson's in world first
6 March 2026, 12:46 PM
Health
NICVD staffer suspended over allegations of diverting patient to pvt clinic
5 March 2026, 20:13 PM
Health
Barishal health officials urge caution in the wake of new coronavirus variant
In the absence of testing, treatment is being administered based on clinical symptoms
6 June 2025, 12:17 PM
One dies of Covid-19 in Dhaka
3 new cases; official Covid-19 death toll 29,500 in Bangladesh
5 June 2025, 14:13 PM
Emergency services resume after weeklong halt
Emergency medical services at the National Institute of Ophthalmology and Hospital in Dhaka resumed on a limited scale yesterday, following a weeklong suspension caused by clashes at the facility.
4 June 2025, 20:00 PM
DGHS issues 17-point directive to ensure uninterrupted healthcare during Eid
Emergency services to remain active during the holiday
4 June 2025, 12:12 PM
86% of BKSP athletes lack proper menstrual knowledge: study
Lack of menstrual education hinders athletes' well-being, performance
1 June 2025, 11:23 AM
Nat’l eye hospital: Services halted for fourth day, patients suffer
Gazi Mohammad Akhter arrived in Dhaka from Cumilla on Friday, expecting to be admitted to the National Institute of Ophthalmology and Hospital yesterday for a surgery scheduled for today.
31 May 2025, 20:30 PM
Smart bedtime habits for better diabetes control
Managing diabetes effectively involves not just what you do during the day but also the habits you maintain before bedtime.
31 May 2025, 18:05 PM
How can you manage cortisol belly?
“Cortisol belly” is a buzzword used to describe belly fat linked to chronic stress. While it is not a medical diagnosis, people often associate it with high cortisol levels—the stress hormone produced by your adrenal glands. However, experts caution that chronic stress alone is not a proven cause of belly fat.
31 May 2025, 18:05 PM
WHO recommends new tools to protect infants from RSV
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has published its first position paper on immunisation products to protect infants from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), the leading cause of acute lower respiratory infections in children worldwide.
31 May 2025, 18:04 PM
Hypertension even children are not immune
Hypertension (HTN) is a leading global risk factor for death and disability, posing a serious and persistent public health threat. In the South-East Asia Region alone, more than 294 million people live with hypertension.
31 May 2025, 18:03 PM
Unmasking the sweet trap: call for global ban on flavoured tobacco to protect youth
On May 31, the World Health Organisation (WHO) marks World No Tobacco Day 2025 with a bold call: ban all flavours in tobacco and nicotine products to protect youth from addiction and disease.
31 May 2025, 18:02 PM
Balancing the scales: Diet and lifestyle for corporate men
In Bangladesh’s corporate world, men are increasingly falling victim to sedentary routines, high stress, and poor dietary choices. With the economy growing, corporate demands are intensifying—often at the expense of health. As a result, obesity, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and mental health issues are on the rise.
31 May 2025, 18:02 PM
From ‘mama’ to mute: The silent effect of screens on early speech development
“He doesn’t say ‘Mama’ yet, but he can unlock my phone.” This statement has become increasingly common in therapy centres and among worried parents. A silent concern is growing: Why isn’t my child talking?
31 May 2025, 18:01 PM
Is routine cancer surveillance always helpful?
After completing cancer treatment, many patients undergo regular scans and blood tests to check for a return of the disease.
24 May 2025, 19:24 PM
When a broken heart turns deadly: the hidden risk for men
“Broken heart syndrome”, or takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TC), is a temporary heart condition triggered by extreme stress or emotions—like the loss of a loved one or a serious accident. While it mostly affects women (around 80% of cases), recent research shows men are more than twice as likely to die from it.
24 May 2025, 19:24 PM
Thyroid nodules treated without surgery or scars — just a needle
Dr Md Kamrul Azad.Sweety Akter, a 46-year-old woman, came to my chamber with muscle cramps, tingling in her hands, and a strange twisting of her fingers. She looked worried and said these symptoms had started slowly but were now affecting her daily life. On examination, I noticed a large s
24 May 2025, 19:23 PM
Embedding wellness into youth education and lifestyle
In an era where academic pressure, digital distractions, and societal expectations weigh heavily on young minds, a panel of leading experts gathered at the Dhaka Flow Youth Wellness Festival to redefine youth development through a wellness-first approach.
24 May 2025, 19:22 PM
Magnesium deficiency and depression: what you should know
Magnesium is a vital nutrient that supports muscle and nerve function, regulates blood sugar and pressure, and aids in making protein, bone, and DNA. Yet, it is believed that nearly half of Americans may be deficient. This deficiency is increasingly linked to mental health issues, including depression and anxiety.
24 May 2025, 19:22 PM
The heart-friendly oils: what experts want you to use now
In a time when cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death worldwide, health professionals and organisations are urging the public to make smarter dietary choices—especially when it comes to fat consumption.
24 May 2025, 19:22 PM
In my arms, you thrive: saving newborn lives through KMC
Globally, 2.3 million children died in the first 28 days of life in 2022. There are approximately 6,500 newborn deaths every day, amounting to 47% of all child deaths under the age of 5 years.
24 May 2025, 19:22 PM