Healthcare
New hope for Type-1 Diabetes: Shifting from insulin dependency to stem cell therapy
Type 1 Diabetes, also known as Juvenile Diabetes, remains a lifelong struggle for many children worldwide.
30 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Beyond the heartache: How grief impacts health
Grief is often thought of as an emotional experience, but its reach goes far deeper—affecting physical health in surprising ways. When someone faces a major loss, the stress can disrupt nearly every system in the body.
30 August 2025, 18:00 PM
World Heart Federation marks 25 years of World Heart Day with global drive against cardiovascular disease
The World Heart Federation (WHF) has launched Don’t Miss a Beat, a global campaign marking the 25th anniversary of World Heart Day. The initiative highlights the growing toll of cardiovascular disease (CVD), which causes 20.5 million deaths annually, more than one-third of global mortality.
30 August 2025, 18:00 PM
New initiative for govt hospitals: Digital monitoring system for medical equipment by Dec
In the first phase, 300 medical devices in 114 government hospitals across the country will be brought under the "Medical Equipment Maintenance Information and Monitoring System"
27 August 2025, 18:06 PM
Govt to fix prices of essential medical tests
In a bid to reduce people’s out-of-pocket healthcare expenses, the government is going to prepare a list of essential diagnostic tests and fix their prices.
26 August 2025, 18:07 PM
Scorched at work: Global report revealed dire heat risks for workers
A joint report released by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) exposed the growing dangers of extreme heat on workers’ health and productivity worldwide.
23 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Structured exercise improves outcomes after colon cancer treatment
Emerging evidence has long suggested that regular physical activity may positively impact cancer recovery, but definitive clinical proof has been limited. A large phase 3 randomised trial published in The New England Journal of Medicine now provides strong evidence that structured exercise can significantly improve outcomes for colon cancer patients.
23 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Mental health matters: Simple daily habits for a stronger, happier you
Life today is full of stress, anger, work pressure, and career demands. We all face these challenges, and that is why it is so important that we learn how to take care of our mental health. Simple daily habits can really help calm our minds and improve how we feel overall.
23 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Breast cancer: A global threat requiring early action
Breast cancer is a disease in which abnormal breast cells grow uncontrollably, often forming tumours.
23 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Treatments for thinning hair: What works and what does not
Thinning hair can be frustrating and emotionally challenging, but several treatments are available that can help slow the process and, in some cases, even regrow lost hair.
23 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Bridging gaps through social enterprise
The Daily Star (TDS): How do Grameen Danone’s nutrition products improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations, and what evidence supports these claims?
23 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Dengue surge: Delayed hospitalisation driving up fatalities
With five new dengue-related deaths reported yesterday, the nationwide death toll this year has climbed to 110, more than half of them from Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) areas.
21 August 2025, 18:00 PM
BR, Health Services Division to run railway hospitals in Dhaka, Rajshahi, Saidpur
Decision came today at a meeting of officials from the ministries of health, railways, and finance
18 August 2025, 14:18 PM
Managing COPD: Easy-to-follow inhaler therapy tips for 2025
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a lung condition that requires proper treatment to manage breathing problems and flare-ups. The 2025 GOLD guidelines focus on using the right inhaler therapies based on your symptoms and how often you experience flare-ups.
16 August 2025, 18:46 PM
Conquering obesity: Simple strategies for a healthier you
Obesity is a growing health concern worldwide, affecting millions of people and contributing to a range of serious health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, and joint problems.
16 August 2025, 18:45 PM
The hidden nutrition battle: When calcium supplements block your iron
Millions of people—especially elderly women—take calcium supplements daily to protect their bones. But few realise that this well-intentioned habit can quietly trigger another serious problem: iron deficiency anaemia.
16 August 2025, 18:45 PM
Kenya declared free of sleeping sickness: A major milestone in public health
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has validated Kenya as having eliminated human African trypanosomiasis (HAT), also known as sleeping sickness, as a public health problem—making it the tenth country to achieve this milestone.
16 August 2025, 18:44 PM
Beyond the plate: Rethinking the balanced diet for body, budget, and belonging
Raisa Mehzabeen .In an age where food trends go viral before facts are verified, the concept of a “balanced diet” remains both fundamental and misunderstood. For decades, we have been told to “eat right” — yet our understanding of what that means has become increasingly complicated..
16 August 2025, 18:43 PM
10 early warning signs of kidney problems you should not ignore
Kidneys play a vital role in filtering waste, regulating fluid balance, and maintaining electrolytes in our body. When they fail to function properly, it can lead to serious health issues.
9 August 2025, 18:21 PM
The importance of breastfeeding: A lifelong investment in health and well-being
World Breastfeeding Week, celebrated annually during the first week of August.
9 August 2025, 18:21 PM