e-Health Card to be launched by June: Health minister
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Health
Nationwide cleanliness campaign from March 14: PM
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Health
Four years on, Narsingdi 250-bed hospital building still unused
11 March 2026, 11:00 AM
Health
World Kidney Day: When dialysis means distress
11 March 2026, 02:29 AM
Bangladesh
Prof Pravath Chandra Biswas appointed new DGHS DG
10 March 2026, 17:51 PM
Health
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
Buffalo curd: A delectable Bhola delicacy
The unique speciality of this buffalo curd, along with the passion locals feel for it, has earned it the tag of a Geographical Indication (GI) product
13 December 2024, 16:04 PM
4 die of dengue
241 patients hospitalised till this morning
13 December 2024, 12:34 PM
Ctg post receives 52,500 tonnes of wheat from Ukraine
The work of unloading the wheat will start soon after collecting samples and conducting physical tests of the wheat.
12 December 2024, 14:06 PM
Five more die of dengue
444 patients hospitalised in a day
12 December 2024, 13:39 PM
Four more die of dengue
444 patients hospitalised in a day
11 December 2024, 14:25 PM
Dengue: One dead, 453 hospitalised in a day
At least one dengue patient died and 453 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till this morning
10 December 2024, 13:59 PM
Two die of dengue, 478 get hospitalised
At least two dengue patients died in the 24 hours till yesterday morning, while 478 patients were hospitalised.
9 December 2024, 20:10 PM
Kidney dialysis beyond reach for many
Kidney patients in Bangladesh have to bear an average monthly expense of Tk 46,426, with costs ranging between Tk 6,690 and Tk 2,10,000, according to a study by Bangladesh Institute of Development Studies (BIDS).
9 December 2024, 20:04 PM
Seven die of dengue
At least seven died of dengue fever in the last 24 hours while 596 patients were hospitalised till yesterday morning.
8 December 2024, 18:41 PM
Five more die of dengue
At least five dengue patients died and 562 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till yesterday morning.
7 December 2024, 20:59 PM
How to stop people-pleasing
Being nice is a wonderful trait, but when it turns into people-pleasing, it can leave you drained, stressed, and disconnected from your own needs. People-pleasing is not just about being helpful; it is about bending over backward to keep others happy—even when it costs you.
7 December 2024, 18:00 PM
A breakthrough in managing obesity and preventing type 2 diabetes
Obesity, a chronic disease linked to numerous health complications, is a significant risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes. Excitingly, a new study highlights the potential of tirzepatide, a once-weekly medication, to help people with obesity lose weight and reduce their risk of diabetes over a three-year period.
7 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Vitamin K2: A promising remedy for nighttime leg cramps
Nocturnal leg cramps, those sudden and painful muscle spasms that often strike at night, are a common issue for older adults.
7 December 2024, 18:00 PM
The hidden link between sleep and blood sugar
We all know the importance of exercise and a balanced diet for a healthy lifestyle, but sleep—often overlooked—is just as vital.
7 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Embrace the wellness movement
Dhaka Flow Festival of Yoga & Wellness—a vibrant celebration of health, wellness, and community, was organised at the Gulshan Society Lake Park in Dhaka on December 6 and 7.
7 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities
More than 1.3 billion people worldwide experience significant disability, representing 16% of the global population.
7 December 2024, 18:00 PM
HIV/AIDS in Bangladesh: A growing concern
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) are global public health challenges, with millions affected worldwide.
7 December 2024, 18:00 PM
3 more die of dengue, 186 patients get hospitalised
At least three dengue patients died while 186 patients were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till yesterday morning.
6 December 2024, 20:00 PM
icddr,b's Dr Firdausi Qadri wins 2024 VinFuture Special Prize
Dr Firdausi Qadri, a senior scientist and globally respected expert in infectious disease prevention, has been awarded the 2024 VinFuture Special Prize for Innovators from Developing Countries
6 December 2024, 17:07 PM
Dengue claims five more lives
At least five dengue patients died, and 570 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till yesterday morning, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
5 December 2024, 20:03 PM