DGHS
Least concern for the most vulnerable
Street children have zero protection from dengue
What’s happening at the Holy Family Hospital?
Ensure good governance to improve the services of this once-famous hospital
Victims of a rotten healthcare system
The time has come now to question these malpractices and demand the much-needed reforms in our healthcare system.
Danger of dengue outbreak looms large
The country has already seen the death of 12 dengue patients before the beginning of the monsoon, while 1,261 others were hospitalised till yesterday. The numbers indicate alarming signs of a massive dengue outbreak this year.
Afternoon Outpatient Services: Good step
Patients have mostly praised the afternoon outpatient services initiated at some public hospitals on a pilot basis though concerns remain about its long-term sustainability due to the severe shortage of physicians and other healthcare staffers.
Highest dengue deaths last year
At least 281 people succumbed to dengue last year, while 62,382 patients were hospitalised, the highest deaths and second-highest cases ever recorded in the country.
Capturing the war stories of medical professionals
Muktijuddher Chikishsha Itihas captures the stories and struggles of medical professionals during the Liberation War.
Guards up as new Omicron strain looms
The new coronavirus subvariant that is ripping through China has compelled the government to step up guard.
Administration of 4th Covid dose to start Dec 20
A special campaign for administering fourth Covid vaccine dose will start on December 20.
Stop production in 7 days
With the health ministry apparently dragging its feet over stopping manufacture of substandard drugs, the High Court yesterday directed the government to halt production of 20 companies within seven days.