Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital / MRI machine out of order for nine years
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All 6 dengue deaths in 24 hours reported in Rajshahi division
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Fresh measles vaccination drive starts Sept 26
21 September 2026
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‘Baba, I want to go home’
21 September 2026
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‘Baba, I want to go home’: 7-year-old Anushree’s last words to her father
20 September 2026
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4 more die with measles-like symptoms, combined toll reaches 1,057
20 September 2026
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Govt to launch intensified measles vaccination drive on Sept 26: Health minister
20 September 2026
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Hospital OT sealed after woman dies following C-section in Jashore
20 September 2026
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Five more die from measles, symptoms
20 September 2026
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Kuakata hospital struggles with doctor shortage
20 September 2026
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Chronic and recurrent pneumonia in children: A changing paradigm of a common disease
Pneumonia is a major respiratory problem in children, both in terms of the number of occurrences and the cause of death.
15 June 2024
Specialised palliative care training for physicians, nurses held
A four-day specialised training workshop was held for physicians and nurses to equip them with essential skills in palliative care
13 June 2024
Hospital washrooms in appalling state: icddr,b
Only 68 percent of government hospitals have functional toilets, of which, only 33 percent are clean, as per a new study
10 June 2024
Contribution of AI in diagnosing and treating cancer
Cancer of unknown primary sites often causes pleural and peritoneal effusions, and cytological analysis by pathologists using traditional methods can be inaccurate. Researchers in China used advanced artificial intelligence (AI) methods to study 57,000 cases of fluid buildup in the chest and abdomen, where the origin of the cancer was initially unknown but later identified.
8 June 2024
The importance of menstrual hygiene management
Menstrual hygiene management is one of the most important saviours for women in this century. Saving lives by preventing infection and reducing the cost of hospital stays and medicine expenses, thus reducing mortality rates.
8 June 2024
The impact of nitpicking
A nitpicker is a person who finds faults, however small or unimportant, everywhere they look. After meeting someone, a nitpicker lists every tiny thing s/he did not like about the encounter. When discussing people, they often focus on seemingly minor flaws, even if they are insignificant.
8 June 2024
Impact of household cleaning products on asthma
The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology recently published a study that examined the effects of various household cleaning products on asthma. Previous research had already shown a connection between uncontrolled asthma and the use of harsh cleaning chemicals such as bleach and ammonia. Now, researchers wanted to see if “green” cleaning products and disinfecting wipes had similar effects.
8 June 2024
Food safety prepare for the unexpected
On June 7, 2024, World Food Safety Day brought attention to food safety incidents. The theme for this year emphasised the significance of preparedness for food safety incidents, regardless of their severity.
8 June 2024
Don't talk to journos without permission, DMCH tells employees
The Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) authorities have asked its officials and employees not to talk with journalists without prior permission from the hospital authorities
8 June 2024
Managing eczema: essential tips for relief
Dealing with eczema involves adopting specific habits to alleviate symptoms. Here are some essential tips:. 1. Keep your nails short: Trim and file your nails smooth to avoid skin damage from scratching. If necessary, use your hand's side or top to scratch. . 2. Cool down:
1 June 2024
Understanding and treating hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is a common skin concern characterised by dark patches caused by excess pigment within the skin due to increased melanin production. Melanin, responsible for skin colour, can become irregularly dispersed, leading to hyperpigmentation. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) o
1 June 2024
Enhancing well-being through therapeutic activities for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease
Therapeutic activities play a vital role in enhancing the well-being of individuals with Alzheimer's disease, promoting happiness, relaxation, and overall health. These activities encompass a broad range of actions, from physical presence and social interaction to engaging in arts and crafts or
1 June 2024
Rights of disabled children in Bangladesh
Every child has the right to live independently. In Bangladesh, there is a significant population of disabled children,
1 June 2024
Managing extreme heat: Understanding risks and protective measures
Globally, the environment is changing very rapidly, and one of its effects is the change in atmospheric temperature. In the last few decades, we did not face such hot and humid weather. Nowadays, temperatures surge up to 41–42°C, and due to high
1 June 2024
Managing ovarian cancer in young women
Women aged 55 to 63 are most likely to get ovarian cancer, but it can also occurs in younger women. About one-third of cases are in women under 55, and 1 in 10 are under 45. Younger women face unique challenges, such as impacts on careers, children, and future family planning. Fortunately, they often have better long-term outcomes with the most common type of ovarian cancer compared to older women.
25 May 2024
Protecting youth from tobacco and nicotine industry
The World Health Organisation (WHO) and Stopping Tobacco Organisations and Products (STOP), a global tobacco industry watchdog, have launched “Hooking the next generation,” a report highlighting how the tobacco and nicotine industry targets youth through product design, marketing campaigns, and policy manipulation.
25 May 2024
Proton Beam Therapy
Cancer treatment has evolved significantly over the past few decades, and Singapore General Hospital (SGH) stands at the forefront of this revolution with its novel proton beam therapy facilities.
25 May 2024
Free medical camp in Cumilla
Evercare Hospital Dhaka, the first JCI-accredited hospital in the country, conducted a free medical camp to provide free heart treatment to children in Cumilla district, says a press release.
25 May 2024
Lifts at public hospitals: Where Horror Abounds
Shipon Mia (not his real name) fears for his life throughout the hours he works as a liftman at a building of Sir Salimullah Medical College, commonly known as Mitford hospital, in the capital.
21 May 2024
Expecting mother dies at hospital
An expecting mother died due to alleged negligence by doctors at a hospital in Parbatipur, Dinajpur, yesterday
14 May 2024