Embryo study shows life's first steps

Scientists say a breakthrough in growing embryos will improve fertility treatments and revolutionise knowledge of the earliest
7 May 2016, 18:00 PM

What does a heart attack feel like?

A heart attack is a sudden and sometimes fatal occurrence of coronary thrombosis (blockage of the flow of blood to the heart,
7 May 2016, 18:00 PM

Uncovering health inequalities

Having a skilled health professional during childbirth can save the life of a woman and her child. But, in many parts of the
7 May 2016, 18:00 PM

Should we switch from tobacco to e-cigarettes?

Smokers should be offered and encouraged to use e-cigarettes to help them quit, says a leading medical body. The UK's Royal College of Physicians says there is resounding evidence that e-cigarettes are much safer than smoking and aid quitting. With the right checks and measures, vaping could improve the lives of millions of people, it says in a new, 200-page report. It says fears that e-cigarettes are a gateway to smoking are unfounded.
7 May 2016, 18:00 PM

Germany to legalise medicinal cannabis: minister

Germany is to legalise cannabis for medicinal purposes early next year, the health minister said on Tuesday.
5 May 2016, 06:56 AM

Major breakthrough in lab-grown human embryos

Scientists report that they have grown human embryos in the lab for nearly two weeks, an unprecedented feat that promises advances in assisted reproduction, stem-cell therapies and the basic understanding of how human beings form.
5 May 2016, 05:06 AM

Breast cancer: Scientists hail 'very significant' genetic find

Scientists say they have a near-perfect picture of the genetic events that cause breast cancer.
2 May 2016, 15:31 PM

Scientists raise fear of higher Zika risk

The mosquito-borne Zika virus may be even more dangerous than previously thought, scientists in Brazil say.
2 May 2016, 04:23 AM

Pain in the big toe

Gout is a notorious cause of sudden pain in the big toe joint, along with redness and swelling. Osteoarthritis is another culprit
30 April 2016, 18:00 PM

Worsening depression may predict dementia risk

Symptoms of depression that steadily increase over time in older age could indicate early signs of dementia, scientists have said.
30 April 2016, 18:00 PM

Global Fund approves strategy 2017-2022

The Board of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria recently approved a Strategy 2017-2022 to maximise
30 April 2016, 18:00 PM

Preparation of antibiotic syrup

Now a days, use of antibiotic is very common. We very often say about the rational use of antibiotic, but we care less about
30 April 2016, 18:00 PM

All about heat stroke

If someone becomes too hot and loses water and salt from the body, leading to tiredness, weakness and muscle cramps, this
30 April 2016, 18:00 PM

Bangladesh at high risk of HIV/AIDS: Experts

Although the prevalence of HIV/AIDS is low in the country, Bangladesh is still at high risk of the deadly disease spreading due to its demographic transition and easy access to drugs, say experts.
28 April 2016, 13:02 PM

Final piece of type 1 diabetes puzzle solved

Scientists finally reveal a complete picture of the areas that the immune system attacks to cause type 1 diabetes.
24 April 2016, 11:59 AM

How your diet affects your risk of colon cancer

A new study finds that eating foods known to promote inflammation may increase the chances of colon cancer.
24 April 2016, 09:06 AM

Roundtable to observe World Autism Day

Institute of Paediatric Neurodisorder and Autism (IPNA) under Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) organised a
23 April 2016, 18:00 PM

Call for Asbestos free South Asia

The South Asia Strategic meeting on ban of asbestos took place in Brac Inn in Dhaka yesterday. The strategic meeting brought
23 April 2016, 18:00 PM

Best poster award in APOA congress

The 19th Asia Pacific Orthopaedic Association Congress was held in Melbourne, Australia recently. Numerous orthopaedic
23 April 2016, 18:00 PM

Common over-the-counter drugs can hurt your brain

From allergies to insomnia, there is a pill for just about every problem. The problem is, those pills often come with a lengthy list
23 April 2016, 18:00 PM