2 more die with measles-like symptoms, combined toll now 1,048
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5 more die of dengue, 1,484 hospitalised in 24 hours
17 September 2026
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Govt approves 200 more beds for national cancer hospital, capacity will rise to 700
16 September 2026
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8 more die with measles-like symptoms, combined toll now 1,044
16 September 2026
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Dengue claims 7 more lives, 1,753 hospitalised in a day
16 September 2026
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Govt plans Tk 4,039cr drive against TB, HIV, malaria
16 September 2026
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6 more die with measles-like symptoms, death toll now 1,036
15 September 2026
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Dengue claims 7 more lives, 1,593 hospitalised in a day
15 September 2026
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8 more children die with measles-like symptoms in 24 hours
14 September 2026
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Dengue claims 6 more lives, 1,561 hospitalised in 24 hours
13 September 2026
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The dangerous escape of emotional eating
Binge eating is often dismissed as mere overindulgence but health experts warn it is a serious eating disorder linked to emotional distress and long term health risks.
19 April 2026
Pancreatic fat raises alarm over childhood obesity risks
A growing body of research is shedding light on a lesser-known risk in childhood obesity, fat accumulation in the pancreas.
19 April 2026
New research challenges long-held childhood obesity theory
A long-standing belief about childhood obesity is being turned on its head, as new research suggests that what doctors have long called the “adiposity rebound” may not be about fat at all.
19 April 2026
MPs sound alarm over failing health facilities in their constituencies
From vacant doctor posts to abandoned construction and unusable ICUs, lawmakers urge urgent govt action
16 April 2026
Fit or just trending? The reality of gym culture among the youth
At 7 am, Arif (not a real name), a 21-year-old university student, finishes his workout and reaches for his protein shake.
12 April 2026
icddr,b and the government scale up life-saving bubble CPAP to combat measles and pneumonia in children
Bangladesh is stepping up efforts to tackle a surge in measles-related child deaths, with icddr,b partnering the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to scale up an innovative, low-cost respiratory support technology known as bubble CPAP, says a press release.
12 April 2026
From micro habits to mindfulness
Mental health advice is everywhere, from social media reels to wellness apps, but not all trends translate into meaningful change. Experts say that while some popular tips can be helpful, the real value lies in consistency and context rather than quick fixes.
12 April 2026
Bangladesh hosted global health hackathon focused on AI innovation
United International University hosted the seventh Harvard Health Systems Innovation Lab Hackathon on April 10 and 11, 2026, marking its second consecutive year as the only Bangladesh hub for the global event, according to a press release.
12 April 2026
The untapped power of nurses and midwives in Bangladesh’s future
Bangladesh’s healthcare future may depend more on its nurses and midwives than ever before.
12 April 2026
Reimagining health systems for a changing world
A World Health Day 2026 seminar at North South University brought together leading voices in healthcare to explore how systems can evolve to meet modern challenges. Held on April 7 and organised by the NSU Public Health and Sciences Club, the event focused on reimagining health systems through equity, innovation and resilience.
12 April 2026
Menstruation and nutrition: A missing link in women’s health
For decades, menstruation has been viewed largely as a reproductive concern. However, emerging evidence highlights a crucial but often overlooked dimension, nutrition. Experts now argue that menstrual health cannot be fully addressed without recognising its strong link to dietary status.
12 April 2026
10 more die of suspected measles; toll since March 15 reaches 128
DGHS has confirmed a total of 21 deaths as measles-related
7 April 2026
Measles outbreak caused by failures of Awami League, interim govts: Health minister
Years of vaccine gaps and stockpile failures left thousands of children vulnerable to infection, he tells parliament
6 April 2026
Together for health. Stand with science.
On World Health Day 2026, the World Health Organisation is calling for a renewed global commitment to science under the theme “Together for health.
5 April 2026
Beyond the classroom door Ensuring inclusion for Autistic students
Inclusive education for children with autism in Bangladesh requires more than enrolment in mainstream schools.
5 April 2026
Bridging the gap in Autism care
Observed globally on 2 April, World Autism Awareness Day highlights the urgent need to improve the lives of people living with autism.
5 April 2026
Why doctors no longer want their children to follow them
A growing number of doctors are discouraging their children from entering the medical profession, raising concerns about the future of healthcare in South Asia.
5 April 2026
Flow Fest redefines
In today’s fast-paced corporate world, a quieter crisis is unfolding behind glass offices and crowded meeting rooms, workplace loneliness.
5 April 2026
Power without conscience
On a small planet suspended in a vast, silent universe, a rare light flickers—the light of human consciousness.
5 April 2026
Committee formed to address health workers’ demands following emergency meeting
Recommendations due in 15 days; staff asked to focus on emergency measles vaccination
3 April 2026