Antibiotic overuse putting Bangladesh at risk of resistance crisis: Experts
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Health
6 more die with suspected measles, combined toll reaches 816
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Disease
Drug-resistant bacteria spreading rapidly in Bangladesh ICUs: icddr,b
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Disease
5 more die with suspected measles deaths, toll reaches 810
24 July 2026, 20:06 PM
Disease
Dengue cases cross 12,000 as another patient dies
23 July 2026, 20:19 PM
Disease
2 more children die with measles-like symptoms; toll reaches 805
23 July 2026, 18:46 PM
Disease
Govt renames 3 public health facilities, drops AL-linked names
23 July 2026, 17:02 PM
Health
Bangladesh records over 800 confirmed and suspected measles deaths
22 July 2026, 17:04 PM
Disease
Over 1,000 deaths recorded in Ebola outbreak in DRC, Uganda: WHO
22 July 2026, 16:42 PM
World
Measles rages on amid vaccination gap
22 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Bangladesh
Midlife: A time to reflect, refresh, and grow
Midlife can feel overwhelming sometimes, but it is also a great chance to focus on yourself and make life even better. Here are some simple tips to help:
3 May 2025, 18:00 PM
New guideline to prevent adolescent pregnancies and improve girls’ health
The World Health Organisation (WHO) released a new guideline aimed at preventing adolescent pregnancy and its related health complications.
3 May 2025, 18:00 PM
Retinopathy of prematurity: an alarming threat for the premature newborns
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is an eye disease in some premature infants born before 31 weeks (a full-term pregnancy is about 37 to 42 weeks).
3 May 2025, 18:00 PM
16% children still outside immunisation coverage
Although Bangladesh has made significant progress in immunisation coverage, 16 percent of children still remain outside the coverage, warranting stronger efforts in this regard, health experts said yesterday.
30 April 2025, 18:09 PM
Health workers unlock DGHS gates after 4 hrs
They also postponed their hunger strike for tonight and will announce new programmes tomorrow
29 April 2025, 17:45 PM
Health workers lock DGHS gates demanding arrears, permanent jobs
Officials, staffers confined inside building
29 April 2025, 11:52 AM
Narrowing gender gap an economic necessity, speakers say
Narrowing the gender gap is not only a social imperative but also an economic necessity, as changing mindsets and increasing women's participation could boost the country’s GDP, speakers said at a seminar yesterday..“Women’s empowerment remains central to building a prosperous future,” sai
28 April 2025, 14:30 PM
Mosquito Control: DSCC launches drives to combat dengue
As dengue-related deaths and infections continue to climb, the Dhaka South City Corporation conducted a special mosquito control and cleanliness drive yesterday in the capital’s Dhanmondi area.
25 April 2025, 19:12 PM
One dies of dengue
9 hospitalised in 24 hours
25 April 2025, 15:01 PM
Govt planning to integrate 3 types of health workers in rural areas
They are family‑planning assistants, health assistants, and community healthcare providers, who work at community clinics
24 April 2025, 14:46 PM
icddr,b to launch 'cutting edge' cancer diagnostic service
"This is the most comprehensive molecular testing service of its kind in the country"
23 April 2025, 12:31 PM
Why are onion prices rising abruptly?
Onion prices have been increasing over the past weeks, as farmers and traders release fewer stocks to local markets in the hope of better returns amid the government’s suspension of imports
22 April 2025, 15:40 PM
DNCC administrator calls for dedicated dengue units in hospitals
"Free dengue testing has been arranged at all DNCC urban health centers and maternity centers"
22 April 2025, 12:26 PM
Sreemangal Health Complex: Patients suffer due to shortage of doctors, nurses
Patients are being deprived of essential healthcare services at the 50-bed Sreemangal Upazila Health Complex in Moulvibazar due to an acute shortage of doctors, nurses, and technical staffers.
19 April 2025, 20:27 PM
Simple mindfulness techniques for stress relief and better well-being
Mindfulness is a powerful practice that can enhance mental and physical health.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Emotional first aid: Why we need to treat psychological wounds like physical ones
If you got a deep cut, you would clean it and apply a bandage.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Beat the headache: Top treatments and tips for lasting relief
Headaches are a common yet disruptive ailment, ranging from mild discomfort to severe pain.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
New guidance calls for urgent transformation of mental health policies
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has launched new guidance aimed at helping countries strengthen their mental health policies and systems.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Nighttime habits that help you burn fat and sleep better
Losing weight is not just about what you eat or how much you exercise—it is also about the small habits you follow at night.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Running stronger, safer: What is behind the drop in cardiac deaths?
Long-distance running continues to attract millions, and while it is known for boosting cardiovascular fitness, rare but serious heart-related emergencies can still occur during races.
19 April 2025, 18:00 PM