The influx of child patients suffering from pneumonia, winter diarrhoea and other cold-related diseases has been straining hospitals.

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common but often underrecognised respiratory virus that primarily affects the respiratory tract.

Vaccines have long been a cornerstone of public health, preventing the spread of deadly diseases and saving countless lives.

When it comes to sneezing, coughing, and stuffy noses, many people often wonder whether they are dealing with a cold or allergies.

AI models like GPT-4 and Gemini-1.0-Pro can make expert-level decisions in healthcare, but they also show human-like biases.

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.

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.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is not just a childhood condition—it affects millions of adults too.

Bangladesh reported its first dengue death of the year in 24 hours till this morning

The prices of almost all varieties of rice have been increasing over the past three weeks, despite the withdrawal of import duties and the inflow of rice imports.

The health ministry has transferred 148 doctors working in various healthcare institutions across the country

Unclean drains, scattered waste key contributors, say locals

The year 2023 was one of dengue devastation, breaking all previous records. As the new year approached, there was much discussion about improving the situation. However, it turned out to be all talk and no show, as dengue still claimed hundreds of lives in 2024.

The chief adviser will inaugurate the distribution of health cards among the injured at the state guest house Jamuna

The death toll rises to 575

One person died from dengue while 114 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till yesterday morning.

With the latest, the death toll rose to 573.

The National Institute of Traumatology & Orthopaedic Rehabilitation (NITOR) is struggling to manage an overwhelming number of patients, far exceeding its 1,000-bed capacity, leaving many to receive treatment on the floor or in overcrowded corridors.

At least two dengue patients died and 148 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till yesterday morning.

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.