Vitiligo in children may signal hidden risks of hearing loss
18 October 2025, 20:08 PM
Health
Physiotherapy / Post Chikungunya joints and muscle pain management
18 October 2025, 20:08 PM
Health
Food upcycling: The missing link in our fight against food insecurity
18 October 2025, 20:07 PM
Health
New global guidelines target postpartum bleeding to save mothers’ lives
18 October 2025, 20:07 PM
Health
World Anaesthesia Day 2025 / Regional anaesthesia: A safer future for postoperative pain control
18 October 2025, 20:06 PM
Health
Entry tests for medical, dental colleges to be held on same day
13 October 2025, 13:25 PM
Health
Global tobacco use declined, but the epidemic persisted
11 October 2025, 18:06 PM
Health
The five sleep profiles that shape our mental health
11 October 2025, 18:01 PM
Health
Statin use in pregnancy: No increased risk of birth defects
11 October 2025, 18:00 PM
Health
World mental health day 2025: Protecting minds in humanitarian crises
11 October 2025, 18:00 PM
Health
Small steps, big changes: Your guide to achieving weight loss goals
Losing weight and improving your health often require lifestyle changes, and setting clear, realistic goals can make a big difference in your success. Effective weight loss goals include a long-term objective—like shedding 10 pounds in six months—supported by smaller, actionable steps, such as daily 20-minute walks after dinner.
18 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Seasonal trends in respiratory infections: A global perspective
As winter takes hold in many parts of the world, there is a predictable rise in acute respiratory infections (ARIs).
18 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Rising concern over HMPV amid seasonal surge
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is an RNA virus. Belongs to the paramyxoviridae family, similar to RSV. It occurs in late winter and spring. Reinfection can occur throughout life.
11 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Does drinking tea cause kidney stones? An informative analysis
Tea is cherished globally for its comforting qualities and potential health benefits. However, questions about its connection to kidney stone formation persist. Is tea a risk factor for kidney stones, or is this a misunderstanding? Let us explore the facts.
11 January 2025, 18:00 PM
E-cigarettes: The hidden dangers behind the vape craze
An electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) is a device that ejects vaporised solution for inhalation. It usually contains nicotine, the addictive substance in regular cigarettes, along with other flavouring agents and chemicals, including heavy metals like nickel, tin, and lead.
11 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Global commission proposes updated diagnostic framework
A landmark report published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology introduces a redefined approach to diagnosing obesity, aiming to address the limitations of traditional methods and ensure appropriate care for over one billion individuals living with obesity worldwide.
11 January 2025, 18:00 PM
How living at high altitude affects patients with COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is challenging to manage, and high-altitude living adds another layer of complexity. At high altitudes, the reduced oxygen levels trigger physiological changes, but their impact on COPD patients remains uncertain.
11 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Water: An essential fuel for your brain
What can you do to improve your overall brain health? The simple solution is to drink plenty of water.
11 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Can AI in healthcare mimic human biases and improve clinical decisions?
AI models like GPT-4 and Gemini-1.0-Pro can make expert-level decisions in healthcare, but they also show human-like biases.
4 January 2025, 18:00 PM
The risk of developing cyst in the lungs
These days, quite often you would have heard people talking about a word, ‘Cyst.’ Somebody had had a problem of epilepsy, and the treating doctor had told him about a cyst in the brain.
4 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Updated vitamin D guidelines: what clinicians and patients need to know
In 2024, the Endocrine Society issued updated guidelines on the evaluation, treatment, and prevention of vitamin D deficiency in adults, reflecting recent research. The new recommendations, which replace a 2011 guideline, aim to simplify the approach to vitamin D testing and supplementation.
4 January 2025, 18:00 PM
New insights into treating adult
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is not just a childhood condition—it affects millions of adults too.
4 January 2025, 18:00 PM
HMPV: A silent threat to respiratory health
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common but often underrecognised respiratory virus that primarily affects the respiratory tract.
4 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Reflecting on five decades of the Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI)
Vaccines have long been a cornerstone of public health, preventing the spread of deadly diseases and saving countless lives.
4 January 2025, 18:00 PM
A new gene therapy could change the lives for people with haemophilia A
Imagine living with a condition where even a minor injury could lead to life-threatening bleeding. This is the reality for people with severe haemophilia A. But a groundbreaking study from India may offer a life-changing solution.
28 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Call to reassess e-cigarette import ban with four key demands
Stakeholders and industry representatives submitted a memorandum to Chief Advisor Dr Muhammad Yunus, urging him to reconsider the government’s decision to ban the import of e-cigarettes,
28 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Managing diabetes during winter in Bangladesh
Winter in Bangladesh presents unique challenges for those living with diabetes. Naturally, during colds, patients with diabetes utilise more calories and remain in good glycaemia.
28 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Eating good food vs. eating nutritious food: What is the difference?
What comes to mind when we think of ‘good food’? For many, it is about flavour, indulgence, and satisfaction. ‘Good food’ is commonly associated with taste, presentation, and enjoyment—a feast for our senses. Whether it is a rich slice of cheesecake, a gourmet burger, or a well-spiced bowl of pasta. However, what is often labelled as ‘good food’ may lack the nutrients we need for overall health.
28 December 2024, 18:00 PM
A revolutionary step in immunity enhancement
The journey to restore immunity and reverse age-related decline has taken an exciting leap with the development of T-BOOSTER. This groundbreaking natural food supplement is poised to address a critical issue: thymic involution, a process where the thymus gland shrinks with age, leading to a decline in T-cell production and a weakened immune system.
21 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Early surgery vs. endoscopy for painful chronic pancreatitis
Chronic pancreatitis, marked by persistent abdominal pain and compromised quality of life, is commonly treated with surgery or endoscopy.
21 December 2024, 18:00 PM