At least one dengue patient died while 383 others were hospitalised in the 24 hours before this morning
Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) yesterday approved a Tk 976 crore budget for the next fiscal year but made no allocation for its Super Specialised Hospital, raising fresh doubts over the prospect of making the facility fully operational nearly three years after its inauguration.
At least two people have died from Covid-19 in the last 24 hours till 9:00am yesterday, while seven new infections were reported during the same period, according to the DGHS.
Deaths reach 34 as total cases have risen to 8,150
At least three people died from Covid-19 in the 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday, taking the total number of deaths from the viral disease to 19 since January.
Bench directs city corporations to curb dengue and chikungunya risks within two months
Currently, 909 dengue patients are undergoing treatment, 661 of whom are from outside Dhaka
The daily number of coronavirus deaths has reached five, the highest this year.
Of the new cases, 123 of them were outside Dhaka
Despite efforts by the health department and local administration, the dengue situation in Barguna continues to worsen.
Amid a surge in Covid-19 and dengue cases across the country, the Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee yesterday issued emergency health guidelines ahead of this year’s Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations.
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.
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.
Prof Dr Prabir Kumar Das, Secretary General of the Chattogram Heart Foundation and former Head of the Department of Cardiology at Chattogram Medical College, presented his research on "Dietary Habits and the Risk of Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack): A Case-Control Study" at the 52nd International Congress of the Egyptian Society of Cardiology, held at the Hotel Intercontinental in Egypt from 25th to 27th February 2025.
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.
Feeling overwhelmed? You don’t need hours to unwind—just a few minutes can make a big difference. Try these simple yet effective techniques to ease stress fast.
Menopause brings a range of physical and emotional changes, but new research suggests its impact may extend beyond immediate symptoms.
