Four more die of dengue, 2,167 hospitalised in 24 hours
12 October 2026
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Disease
Gopalganj Child Development Centre struggles after project expiry
12 October 2026
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Healthcare
Dengue death toll crosses 300 as 4 die, 2,193 hospitalised in 24 hours
11 October 2026
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Disease
Seven more die with measles-like symptoms in 24 hours
11 October 2026
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Disease
A clearer vision for Bangladesh: One million cataract surgeries and eye care for all
11 October 2026
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Health
The hidden health cost of holding your urine
11 October 2026
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Health
Violence leaves scars we cannot always see
11 October 2026
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Health
When grades become too heavy to carry
11 October 2026
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Health
The infections quietly fuelling cancer - and the chance to stop them
11 October 2026
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Health
Four more die of dengue, 1,631 hospitalised in 24 hours
10 October 2026
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Disease
The growing challenge of rare tumours — and the centres built to treat them
Rare cancers are often overshadowed by more common malignancies such as breast, lung, or colorectal cancer.
15 March 2026
Study Findings: Obesity linked to higher risk of severe infections
Adult obesity significantly increases the risk of severe infections and infection-related deaths, according to a large international study published in The Lancet.
15 March 2026
Global health milestone: single-dose pill for sleeping sickness gains EU support
A new oral drug that could simplify treatment for sleeping sickness has received a positive scientific opinion from the European Medicines Agency (EMA), raising hopes for faster elimination of the deadly disease in Africa.
15 March 2026
Empty clinics, ailing villages: Bangladesh’s quiet rural health crisis
Bangladesh is widely recognised as a global success story in public health. Over the past few decades, the country has made remarkable progress in reducing maternal and child mortality, expanding immunisation coverage and increasing life expectancy.
15 March 2026
Global partners launch $54m effort to boost maternal nutrition in Africa
A new multi-country initiative aimed at improving maternal health and nutrition across Africa has been launched with an initial investment of $54 million from the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF).
15 March 2026
Bangladesh’s CHRF wins prestigious Wellcome grant to study severe viral pneumonia in children
Bangladesh’s Child Health Research Foundation (CHRF) has received a prestigious Wellcome Discovery Award to investigate severe viral pneumonia in children, marking a significant milestone for the country’s biomedical research landscape.
15 March 2026
Study links e-cigarettes to higher blood pressure risk
Smoking traditional cigarettes or using e-cigarettes may significantly raise the risk of high blood pressure, according to new research that adds to growing concerns about nicotine use.
15 March 2026
4 years on, hospital not fully operational
Even after four years since its inauguration, the 50-bed Islamic Mission Hospital, Sirta in Mymensingh Sadar upazila has yet to become fully operational due to acute staff shortage.
14 March 2026
Woman dies after C-section at Gazipur hospital, relatives vandalise facility
Family alleges surgical error at private clinic in Sreepur; authorities launch probe
9 March 2026
More than a period problem: why menstrual migraine needs attention and action
For many women and adolescent girls, menstruation brings more than abdominal cramps and mood changes.
8 March 2026
Let every child hear, learn and thrive this World Hearing Day 2026
On 3 March, the world marks World Hearing Day 2026 with a clear and urgent message: act now so no child is left behind due to ear or hearing problems.
8 March 2026
Blood test: Predicting Alzheimer’s years before symptoms
A simple blood test might one day act as a molecular ‘clock’ to predict not only whether someone will develop Alzheimer’s disease but also when symptoms could begin, according to a Nature report.
8 March 2026
Increased pain during Ramadan: Causes and management
During the holy month of Ramadan, many individuals experience an increase in various types of pain—particularly in the lower back, knees, neck, shoulders, and other joints.
8 March 2026
What to drink after dates at iftar
After long hours of fasting during Ramadan, iftar is a sensitive transition for the body.
8 March 2026
What digital health is teaching us about rural Bangladesh
For decades, rural healthcare in Bangladesh has been shaped by distance, shortages, and silence.
8 March 2026
Ramadan daily food guide: Nourishing your body while fasting
Ramadan is a sacred month of fasting from dawn to sunset. While fasting is primarily spiritual, proper nutrition is essential to maintain energy, hydration, and overall health.
22 February 2026
Long-term air pollution exposure raises Alzheimer’s risk, especially after stroke
A new study has found that long-term exposure to air pollution increases the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, particularly among older adults with a history of stroke. The research was published in PLOS Medicine.
22 February 2026
Next-generation flu vaccines could save millions of lives worldwide
Next-generation influenza vaccines, which aim to provide broader and longer-lasting protection than current seasonal vaccines, could significantly reduce the global burden of flu, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).
22 February 2026
Neck pain from improper device use: Prevention and treatment
In today’s digital era, smartphones, tablets, and laptops have become inseparable parts of our daily lives.
22 February 2026
Women and underserved communities face biggest gaps in cataract care!
The World Health Organisation (WHO) is urging countries to accelerate access to cataract surgery, a simple and highly effective procedure that can restore sight and prevent avoidable blindness.
22 February 2026