Dengue: 16 to 30 age group most vulnerable

Compared to other ages, people in the 16 to 30 age group are the most vulnerable to dengue infection this year.
25 October 2024, 20:00 PM

Dengue: One dead, 477 hospitalised in a day

At least one dengue patient died and 477 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till this morning
25 October 2024, 13:07 PM

Four more die of dengue

At least four patients died of dengue in the last 24 hours while 1,029 were hospitalised till yesterday morning.
24 October 2024, 19:33 PM

Cervical cancer: Govt launches HPV vaccination campaign in 7 divisions

The government today launched the final phase of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign across seven divisions, targeting over 6.2 million girls to achieve nationwide coverage
24 October 2024, 16:16 PM

Richard Cash, co-developer of Oral Rehydration Therapy, passes at 83

Richard Cash, co-developer of the Oral Rehydration Therapy (ORT), passed away on October 22 in Boston at the age of 83, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of service and innovation that transformed healthcare worldwide, said a BRAC press release today.."BRAC is deeply saddened by the passi
24 October 2024, 12:06 PM

Seven more die of dengue

1,138 patients were hospitalised with viral fever in the 24 hours
23 October 2024, 15:17 PM

7 more die of dengue

At least seven dengue deaths were reported in the 24 hours preceding 8:00am yesterday.
23 October 2024, 06:15 AM

Rice prices surge in kitchen markets

Prices of nearly all varieties of rice have surged in the capital’s kitchen markets over the past week, with traders attributing the hike to a rise in paddy prices and reduced supply from rice mills.
22 October 2024, 18:00 PM

Cervical cancer: Govt to launch HPV vaccination campaign in 7 divisions

The government is launching a HPV vaccination campaign against cervical cancer for adolescent girls aged between 10 and 14 years in seven divisions
22 October 2024, 13:17 PM

3 more die of dengue

At least three dengue patients died while 1,039 patients were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till this morning
21 October 2024, 14:40 PM

Govt to stand by those injured in mass uprising: health adviser

Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum today said the government will stand by the injured in the anti-discrimination student movement to ensure their treatment and rehabilitation
20 October 2024, 18:56 PM

Cancer Connect Initiative launched

Cancer Connect Initiative, a new non-profit volunteer organisation founded by cancer survivors, doctors, and caregivers, has been launched
20 October 2024, 13:41 PM

6 more die of dengue

1,298 hospitalised
20 October 2024, 13:18 PM

4 more die of dengue

At least four dengue patients died, and 1,121 were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till yesterday morning.
19 October 2024, 19:43 PM

Single-dose HPV vaccine for cervical cancer prevention

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced the approval of Cecolin® as the fourth prequalified human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine for use in a single-dose schedule. This decision is based on new data meeting WHO’s 2022 criteria for alternative vaccine schedules, and it marks a significant step toward increasing the sustainable supply of HPV vaccines, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
19 October 2024, 18:00 PM

Dengue in Bangladesh: A persistent health challenge

Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral disease, has emerged as a serious public health concern in Bangladesh.
19 October 2024, 18:00 PM

International lead poisoning prevention week 2024: Bright futures begin lead free

The twelfth International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (ILPPW) will take place from October 20-26, 2024, under the theme “Bright futures begin lead free.”
19 October 2024, 18:00 PM

New guidelines: Stomach infection linked to ulcers and cancer

A common stomach infection caused by Helicobacter pylori is known to lead to serious problems like ulcers and even stomach cancer if left untreated.
19 October 2024, 18:00 PM

New hope for long COVID relief: How antiviral treatments could make a difference

As the world continues to navigate the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, long COVID—where symptoms persist for weeks or months after the acute phase—remains a major public health challenge.
19 October 2024, 18:00 PM

The DASH diet: A blueprint for healthier living in Bangladesh

In recent years, Bangladesh has seen an alarming rise in lifestyle-related diseases, particularly hypertension and cardiovascular issues. The prevalence of these conditions can be attributed to rapid urbanisation, increasing intake of processed foods, and sedentary lifestyles, especially in cities.
19 October 2024, 18:00 PM