Over 23,000 doctor, nurse, health worker posts vacant in public hospitals: Health minister
10 June 2026, 17:14 PM
Healthcare
Chittagong Medical College Hospital launches drive against broker syndicates
10 June 2026, 16:59 PM
Healthcare
Govt forms committee to set pay structure for entry-level private doctors
9 June 2026, 20:53 PM
Healthcare
Ad-din Hospital submits reply to DGHS show-cause notice over newborn deaths
9 June 2026, 20:43 PM
Healthcare
Intern, postgrad doctors suspend protests after govt assurance
8 June 2026, 21:15 PM
Healthcare
Pharmaceutical industries donate one lakh saline units ahead of dengue season
8 June 2026, 14:13 PM
Healthcare
Ad-din Hospital granted 48-hour extension to respond to DGHS show-cause notice
7 June 2026, 19:25 PM
Healthcare
Suhrawardy Hospital director removed days after DAB protest
7 June 2026, 17:22 PM
Hospitals
3 more die with measles-like symptoms
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Healthcare
The medicines losing their magic: Bangladesh’s race against time
7 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Health
20 years of celebrating giving: thank you, blood donors!
On World Blood Donor Day, celebrated on June 14, 2024, WHO, its partners, and communities across the world united behind the theme: 20 years of celebrating giving: thank you, blood donors!
15 June 2024, 18:00 PM
HPV vaccine: a game changer in preventing cervical cancer
The HPV vaccine has been available to girls aged 12–13 since 2008, and catch-up programmes are available until age 19. Previous research showed that vaccinated women had significantly lower rates of cervical cancer, but uptake of the vaccine was lower in areas with more economic challenges.
15 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Antidepressant discontinuation: what you need to know
If you or someone you know is considering stopping antidepressants, it is crucial to understand potential withdrawal symptoms. A recent study published in The Lancet Psychiatry sheds light on this issue, providing valuable insights for patients and healthcare professionals alike.
15 June 2024, 18:00 PM
The benefits of epidural pain relief during labour
A recent study published in the PubMed investigated the impact of epidural pain relief during labour on serious health issues for mothers. The research included over 500,000 women who gave birth in Scotland between 2007 and 2019.
15 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Chronic and recurrent pneumonia in children: A changing paradigm of a common disease
Pneumonia is a major respiratory problem in children, both in terms of the number of occurrences and the cause of death.
15 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Specialised palliative care training for physicians, nurses held
A four-day specialised training workshop was held for physicians and nurses to equip them with essential skills in palliative care
13 June 2024, 13:44 PM
Hospital washrooms in appalling state: icddr,b
Only 68 percent of government hospitals have functional toilets, of which, only 33 percent are clean, as per a new study
10 June 2024, 16:11 PM
Contribution of AI in diagnosing and treating cancer
Cancer of unknown primary sites often causes pleural and peritoneal effusions, and cytological analysis by pathologists using traditional methods can be inaccurate. Researchers in China used advanced artificial intelligence (AI) methods to study 57,000 cases of fluid buildup in the chest and abdomen, where the origin of the cancer was initially unknown but later identified.
8 June 2024, 18:00 PM
The importance of menstrual hygiene management
Menstrual hygiene management is one of the most important saviours for women in this century. Saving lives by preventing infection and reducing the cost of hospital stays and medicine expenses, thus reducing mortality rates.
8 June 2024, 18:00 PM
The impact of nitpicking
A nitpicker is a person who finds faults, however small or unimportant, everywhere they look. After meeting someone, a nitpicker lists every tiny thing s/he did not like about the encounter. When discussing people, they often focus on seemingly minor flaws, even if they are insignificant.
8 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Impact of household cleaning products on asthma
The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology recently published a study that examined the effects of various household cleaning products on asthma. Previous research had already shown a connection between uncontrolled asthma and the use of harsh cleaning chemicals such as bleach and ammonia. Now, researchers wanted to see if “green” cleaning products and disinfecting wipes had similar effects.
8 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Food safety prepare for the unexpected
On June 7, 2024, World Food Safety Day brought attention to food safety incidents. The theme for this year emphasised the significance of preparedness for food safety incidents, regardless of their severity.
8 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Don't talk to journos without permission, DMCH tells employees
The Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) authorities have asked its officials and employees not to talk with journalists without prior permission from the hospital authorities
8 June 2024, 16:26 PM
Managing extreme heat: Understanding risks and protective measures
Globally, the environment is changing very rapidly, and one of its effects is the change in atmospheric temperature. In the last few decades, we did not face such hot and humid weather. Nowadays, temperatures surge up to 41–42°C, and due to high
1 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Managing eczema: essential tips for relief
Dealing with eczema involves adopting specific habits to alleviate symptoms. Here are some essential tips:. 1. Keep your nails short: Trim and file your nails smooth to avoid skin damage from scratching. If necessary, use your hand's side or top to scratch. . 2. Cool down:
1 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Understanding and treating hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is a common skin concern characterised by dark patches caused by excess pigment within the skin due to increased melanin production. Melanin, responsible for skin colour, can become irregularly dispersed, leading to hyperpigmentation. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) o
1 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Enhancing well-being through therapeutic activities for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease
Therapeutic activities play a vital role in enhancing the well-being of individuals with Alzheimer's disease, promoting happiness, relaxation, and overall health. These activities encompass a broad range of actions, from physical presence and social interaction to engaging in arts and crafts or
1 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Rights of disabled children in Bangladesh
Every child has the right to live independently. In Bangladesh, there is a significant population of disabled children,
1 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Free medical camp in Cumilla
Evercare Hospital Dhaka, the first JCI-accredited hospital in the country, conducted a free medical camp to provide free heart treatment to children in Cumilla district, says a press release.
25 May 2024, 18:00 PM
Managing ovarian cancer in young women
Women aged 55 to 63 are most likely to get ovarian cancer, but it can also occurs in younger women. About one-third of cases are in women under 55, and 1 in 10 are under 45. Younger women face unique challenges, such as impacts on careers, children, and future family planning. Fortunately, they often have better long-term outcomes with the most common type of ovarian cancer compared to older women.
25 May 2024, 18:00 PM