Have you seen the classic movie ‘Gaslight’ in which Ingrid Bergman played a crucial role and not only became famous but also popularised the term ‘Gaslighting,’ depicting psychological manipulation so vividly that it is now widely used to describe similar behaviour in real life?

Hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) is a common infection associated with adverse outcomes, particularly in intensive care units (ICUs). Traditionally, chlorhexidine oral care has been used for prevention, but its effectiveness has been questioned.

January is cervical cancer awareness month. Globally, cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women, with 604,000 new cases in 2020.

In today’s world, shopping has become an everyday activity. However, when shopping becomes uncontrollable, it is important to determine if it is just a habit or a genuine problem. Especially while travelling, some individuals prioritise shopping over appreciating the beauty of nature.

Digital self-harm might sound puzzling, but it is a serious form of cyberbullying where individuals post hurtful comments or threats about themselves online.

As we age, our bodies undergo various changes, and one significant concern for many is the gradual loss of muscle mass and function known as sarcopenia.

The R21 vaccine is the second malaria vaccine prequalified by the WHO, following the RTS,S/AS01 vaccine, which obtained prequalification status in July 2022. Both vaccines have been shown to be safe and effective in clinical trials for preventing malaria in children.

A couple of medications, Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir (Paxlovid) and Molnupiravir, are recommended for treating mild-to-moderate COVID-19. They have been helpful in reducing hospitalisations and deaths. However, there has been a hesitation in using these drugs, partly because some folks worry they might cause COVID-19 symptoms to come back after recovery.

Between 2016 and 2020, a study in the US published in the American Journal of Medicine looked at whether taking aspirin to prevent heart issues affected the chances of bleeding in the stomach. They studied over half a million adults aged 45 and older who went to the emergency room due to this type of bleeding.

The prevalence of vaping among young people and adolescents has significantly increased.

The 75th anniversary of the World Health Organisation (WHO) was observed in 2023.

Two roads diverged in a mall and a forest—which one will you choose to explore? An oniomaniac will prefer discovering hidden gems in shops rather than nature’s wonders.

Industry-sponsored two studies published in the New England Journal of Medicine assessed the efficacy of a bivalent prefusion-stabilised F glycoprotein RSV vaccine, targeting vulnerable populations—pregnant women and older adults—susceptible to severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections.

The world can end AIDS, with communities leading the way. Organisations of communities living with, at risk of, or affected by HIV are the frontline of progress in the HIV response.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has taken a significant step by adding noma, a severe disease affecting the mouth and face, to its official list of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).

The World Health Organisation’s (WHO) Departments of Gender, Rights, and Equity—Diversity,

After giving up smoking for three decades, individuals substantially lowered their chances of dying prematurely due to heart disease, cancer, or respiratory issues.

Neglectful parenting behaviours may be traced back to individuals who experienced neglect in their own families. These individuals may not understand or know how to care for their family members.

Few have made an impact in urological medicine, like Dr Chin Chong Min, a leading urologist from Singapore. Recently, he visited Bangladesh and had an interview with Star Health.

For some people, family is not the most important thing; although they love their family, they consider themselves not inclined towards being a ‘family person.’