e-Health Card to be launched by June: Health minister
11 March 2026, 20:36 PM
Health
Nationwide cleanliness campaign from March 14: PM
11 March 2026, 19:32 PM
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
5 more die of dengue
1,152 more hospitalised
30 September 2024, 13:49 PM
Dhaka Dental College and Comilla Medical College principals made OSDs
Principals of Dhaka Dental College and Comilla Medical College have been made officers on special duty (OSDs).
30 September 2024, 11:20 AM
Eight die of dengue in a day
At least eight dengue patients died in the last 24 hours while 1,221 patients were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday.
29 September 2024, 18:00 PM
Intern doctors of Barishal's Sher-e Bangla Medical Hospital call off strike
Intern doctors in Barishal's Sher-e Bangla Medical College Hospital (SBMCH) called off their strike this afternoon a day after they went on work abstention demanding security at the hospital
29 September 2024, 10:04 AM
7 die of dengue in a single day
Seven more people died of dengue in the country yesterday, the highest in a single day this year so far. As of yesterday, 67 people died of dengue this month alone, with seven of them being children.
28 September 2024, 21:25 PM
Stringent tobacco control a crying need
Speakers comprising health experts and physicians yesterday called for stringent control on use of tobacco products in order to combat the alarming rise of non-communicable diseases.
28 September 2024, 20:00 PM
World leaders commit to decisive action on AMR
Globl leaders have approved a political declaration at the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), committing to targets including a 10% reduction in the estimated 4.95 million deaths associated with bacterial AMR by 2030.
28 September 2024, 18:41 PM
Navigating the postpartum journey
The postpartum period, often considered the first six weeks after childbirth, is a transformative time filled with physical and emotional changes as new mothers adjust to life with their newborns. While this period can feel overwhelming, it is important to recognise that every woman’s experience
28 September 2024, 18:36 PM
Does my medical condition affect my anger?
Experiencing anger is a natural part of being human, but frequent and intense outbursts can harm both your health and relationships. Understanding the possible underlying medical reasons for your anger can help you address the issue effectively. .Dementia and anger .Various forms of
28 September 2024, 18:33 PM
Unlocking the Sun’s potential: How daylight influences physical activity and mood in depression
Seasonal changes can significantly impact mood, especially for individuals with mood disorders like major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder. Many people notice their symptoms worsen during darker, shorter days, but the precise reasons for this have long been unclear.
28 September 2024, 18:30 PM
World Rabies Day: A call to action
Every year on September 28, the world observes World Rabies Day, a vital occasion aimed at raising awareness about the prevention of rabies and highlighting progress in combating this deadly disease.
28 September 2024, 18:19 PM
Untreated hypertension increases dementia risk
Dementia is one of the most feared outcomes of ageing, affecting millions of individuals and their families worldwide. While genetics and age play significant roles, other modifiable risk factors have garnered attention, particularly hypertension. For years, researchers have explored the complex relationship between high blood pressure and cognitive decline, increasingly recognising hypertension as a major contributor to dementia risk.
28 September 2024, 18:00 PM
Dr Tahmeed Ahmed recognised as Goalkeepers Champion by Gates Foundation
The recognition was announced at the Goalkeepers 2024: Recipe for Progress event in New York, held on 23 September during the United Nations General Assembly week.
28 September 2024, 06:07 AM
Two more dengue deaths, 321 cases
At least two dengue patients died and 321 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday.
27 September 2024, 19:15 PM
Dengue: 3 dead, 829 hospitalised in a day
All three deaths are from Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) areas, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
26 September 2024, 13:50 PM
Yunus seeks Gates Foundation's enhanced support for Bangladesh's health sector
Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus urged the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the world's leading charitable organisation, to come forward with an enhanced support for the health sector of Bangladesh
26 September 2024, 06:36 AM
Dengue claims 2 more lives, 854 new cases reported in 24hrs
At least two dengue patients died in the last 24 hours till 8:00am today, while 854 new patients were hospitalised during this period, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS)
25 September 2024, 13:11 PM
Nursing sector plagued by challenges
Despite certain improvements over the past decades, Bangladesh's nursing sector is plagued with various issues
25 September 2024, 11:58 AM
Dengue: 3 dead, 801 hospitalised in a day
At least three dengue patients died and 801 were hospitalised in the 24 hours till 8:00am today
24 September 2024, 16:08 PM
Govt forms 10 teams to boost dengue eradication efforts
In addition to the city-focused efforts, specialised teams have been formed to address vulnerable municipalities, including Savar, Dohar, Tarabo, and Rupganj, among others
23 September 2024, 11:30 AM