Child health

When numbers don't add up: Understanding dyscalculia

Research shows that the prevalence of developmental dyscalculia in the school population ranges from three to six percent, a frequency similar to that of dyslexia and ADHD.
14 August 2026

The hidden pandemic

A new study has found alarming levels of digital screen use by schoolchildren in Dhaka, raising concerns over mental health, obesity, eye problems, headaches, and sleep deprivation.
15 May 2026

Excessive screen time affects sleep, mental health of Dhaka children: icddr,b study

Research also finds higher likelihood of obesity, eye problems from high screen use
14 May 2026

Vitamin A, deworming campaigns on hold for over a year

Two crucial national campaigns -- distribution of deworming tablets and Vitamin A Plus capsules -- have remained suspended for over a year, a disruption experts say may have worsened the measles outbreak.
10 April 2026

Vaccination drive mustn’t falter

Those responsible for the measles outbreak must be held accountable
5 April 2026

Childcare at Hospitals: 95pc don’t have all of 10 basic tools

A total of 95 percent hospitals and healthcare institutions in the country do not have all of the 10 basic instruments required to treat children, according to a government survey.
8 July 2019

Kids exposed to marijuana and tobacco smoke may be more likely to visit the ER

New US research suggests that exposing children to a combination of secondhand tobacco and marijuana smoke could increase their risk of otitis media (an infection in the middle ear that causes inflammation and a buildup of fluid behind the eardrum) and increase the number of visits to the emergency department (ED).
9 May 2018

Unemployed nurses won’t leave street unless meet PM

Unemployed nurses decide not to leave the street until they meet the prime minister for addressing their demands including postponement of recruitment exams scheduled for June 3.
31 May 2016

10 tips to survive unbearable summer heat

The summer is here and the heat of the sun is becoming unbearable. Thanks to the Equinox phenomenon (sun's direct position above the equator line), people get heatstroke, fall sick in this season. And children and elder people suffer the most.
12 April 2016

For a better future

Initiatives for better child health can reduce healthcare burden on families and the state. Moreover, healthy and productive individuals can contribute to government's earning from tax.
6 April 2016

Zika virus: WHO sets up emergency team for 'explosive' outbreak

The World Health Organization sets up a Zika "emergency team" after the "explosive" spread of the virus.
28 January 2016

Bar children from high-impact sports: Study

More than a decade after playing a leading role in uncovering the health risks to players in the National Football League, Bennet Omalu hopes his research will lead to a ban on children playing high-impact sports.
21 December 2015

Vitamin A plus campaign on Nov 14

Over 2.14 crore children, aged between six months and five years, will be fed Vitamin A-plus capsules under a national campaign on November 14.
12 November 2015

Obesity on the rise

It is parents and guardians who need to be brought into any national campaign that targets better eating habits for children from a younger age.
4 May 2015