Sajna Begum, an elderly widow from Barlekha upazila of Moulvibazar, had lost her eyesight and was unable to perform even basic tasks on her own.

Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women worldwide. While medical science has made significant progress, the journey remains complex, particularly for younger women.

For many in Bangladesh, traffic jams are an everyday reality—an inevitable part of modern urban life. While being stuck in traffic is often frustrating and draining, it does not always have to be wasted time. With a shift in mindset, those idle hours can be turned into opportunities for learning, entertainment, or simply unwinding.

At the 2025 Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit in Paris, three cities—Córdoba (Argentina), Fortaleza (Brazil), and Greater Manchester (UK)—were honoured for outstanding achievements in preventing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and injuries.

Body Mass Index (BMI) is widely used to assess weight status and define obesity.

On World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, observed on 24 March, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued an urgent call for investment to protect TB care and support services.

We have all experienced the familiar symptoms of fever—chills, aches, and warmth—but few truly understand its purpose. Fever is not a disease, but a signal: the body’s immune system is responding to infection, with the hypothalamus raising the body’s temperature to make it less hospitable to invaders.

The hospital itself has been functioning amid overcrowding among other challenges. Accommodating the medical college further strains its resources

Medical malpractice laws are changing, and that could benefit both patients and doctors. Traditionally, courts have judged malpractice based on whether a doctor followed the “customary” practices of their profession.

It has been a long, draining day at work, and by the time you head home, you are absolutely starving.

The COVID-19 pandemic profoundly affected millions worldwide, but its impact extends far beyond the lives directly lost to the virus.

A woman’s self-actualisation, growth, and productivity are directly tied to her well-being. When women are deprived of holistic wellness, it affects families,

A heart attack is a life-changing event, and recovery involves more than just medical treatment—it also includes knowing when it is safe to resume daily activities like driving.

Chronic pain is more than just a physical condition—it affects mental well-being and overall quality of life.

Ramadan bazaars are a cherished part of the fasting month, offering a variety of meals for iftar.

The National Cancer Institute of America defines cancer as “a disease in which some of the body’s cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body.”

A new study published in PLOS Mental Health found that people with anxiety and depression often doubt themselves, while those with compulsive behaviours (like obsessive-compulsive disorder) tend to be overconfident in their thinking.

Bangladesh has achieved a mentionable feat in the global medical community as two of its young medical students were invited to participate in the prestigious SCALPEL IV Symposium in Barcelona.

World Hearing Day 2025, celebrated on March 3rd, emphasises the theme, “Changing mindsets: Empower yourself to make ear and hearing care a reality for all.”

Chronic diseases are an undeniable reality, affecting millions worldwide.