One dies of dengue

One dengue patient died while 16 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till this morning
22 February 2024, 14:10 PM

Measles cases rose 79pc globally last year: WHO

The World Health Organization yesterday voiced alarm at the rapid spread of measles, with more than 306,000 cases reported worldwide last year -- a 79-percent increase from 2022.
20 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Unite against tobacco, vaping: Saima Wazed

In a decisive call to nations within its South-East Asia Region, the World Health Organisation is emphasizing the urgent need to escalate actions against the consumption of tobacco and the growing trend of e-cigarette use
20 February 2024, 16:48 PM

Nuha, Nuba separated after 15hr surgery

The sixth phase of surgery on Nuha and Nuba, who share a spine, was performed at the Bangabandhu Sheikh Medical University (BSMMU) from 9:00am on Monday
20 February 2024, 14:01 PM

New Covid variant can infect even those with 2 vaccine doses: BSMMU

Vice-Chancellor Prof Sharfuddin Ahmed says after BSSMU conducts genome sequencing
20 February 2024, 10:13 AM

Death by ‘Unknown’ virus: IEDCR probe team now in Rajshahi

A three-member team from Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research yesterday started investigating the deaths of two sisters in Rajshahi, who died in a span of four days reportedly after contracting an “unidentified” virus.
19 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Deaths from unidentified disease: IEDCR team visits Rajshahi

A three-member team of the Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research (IEDCR) today started investigating the deaths of two children who died of an unidentified disease in Rajshahi recently
19 February 2024, 12:51 PM

Bangladesh reports 53 more Covid-19 cases in 24hrs

Bangladesh reported 53 more Covid-19 cases in 24 hours till this morning
19 February 2024, 11:26 AM

Bangladesh reports 43 more Covid-19 cases in 24hrs

Bangladesh reported 43 more Covid-19 cases in 24 hours till this morning
18 February 2024, 11:45 AM

Two minor sisters die of ‘viral infection’ in Rajshahi, parents in isolation

Two sisters, both below five years of age, died within a span of four days after contracting a "viral infection", and their parents have been placed in isolation at a hospital
18 February 2024, 07:07 AM

Country sees Covid death for 2nd straight day

For a second consecutive day, Bangladesh witnessed another Covid-19 death in the last 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday.
17 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Mastering weight loss: the power of small habits for lasting change

Embarking on a weight-loss journey often feels like navigating a roller coaster of ups and downs. However, finding stability amidst this fluctuation is achievable by committing to small, manageable habits that gradually transform into larger, lasting behavioural changes.
17 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Women health risk factors after thirty

A working woman or a housemaker, after thirty, is affluent with tones of duties.
17 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Selfitis

Selfitis, coined to encapsulate the phenomenon of excessive self-photography for social media, reveals a growing societal trend. Photoholics, or camera enthusiasts, flood platforms like social media with myriad self-portraits, driven by a desire to showcase personal perspectives and cultivate a favourable image.
17 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Exploring hormonal shifts in men!

Men are increasingly reporting symptoms akin to those experienced by women during perimenopause and menopause, sparking debate within the medical community regarding male menopause.
17 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Environmental monitoring offers low-cost tool for typhoid fever surveillance

A recent study conducted by Senjuti Saha and her team at the Child Health Research Foundation in Bangladesh has revealed a promising new method for tracking the prevalence of Typhoid fever in communities, which has been published in the open access journal PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases.
17 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Covid-19: One more death reported for 2nd consecutive day

For a second consecutive day, Bangladesh witnessed another Covid-19 death in the last 24 hours till 8:00am today
17 February 2024, 12:09 PM

45 percent women malnourished

Nearly half of the country’s women suffer from malnutrition, with the majority of them being overweight, according to a recent study.
16 February 2024, 18:00 PM

A chance for young hearts to beat

Twelve-year-old Yamin Sheikh was born with a heart defect that has only worsened over time. His father Md Motiar Rahman Sheikh, a landless day labourer from Bagerhat, could not afford proper treatment for his little one.
16 February 2024, 18:00 PM

One more dies from Covid

Bangladesh reported one more Covid-19 death and 43 new cases in the 24 hours till yesterday morning.
16 February 2024, 18:00 PM