Tuhin Shubhra Adhikary

Only 5% road crash victims get compensation

Govt creates Tk 225cr fund but complex process leaves majority of victims with no compensation

1w ago

New initiative for govt hospitals: Digital monitoring system for medical equipment by Dec

In the first phase, 300 medical devices in 114 government hospitals across the country will be brought under the "Medical Equipment Maintenance Information and Monitoring System"

2w ago

Medical devices in neonatal units: Unicef to pull plug on maintenance support

The move may disrupt lifesaving services for newborns unless the authorities act promptly, say experts and health officials.

2w ago

Healthcare reform begins, service yet to improve

The health administration initiated a series of reforms to improve medical care but struggled to implement them, say health experts

2w ago

Influenza wave grips the nation

Influenza is emerging as a main driver behind the recent surge in viral fever cases nationwide, with rising numbers of both children and adults falling ill.

3w ago

Health sector reform: 33 proposals set for implementation

The Health Ministry has selected 33 recommendations from the Health Sector Reform Commission as it seeks to begin implementing the much-needed reform process in the country’s health system.

3w ago

Academic activities stalled for over a month amid protests

Academic activities at the Government Unani and Ayurvedic Medical College in Mirpur have remained halted for the past one and a half months due to an ongoing student protest demanding a separate law and the formation of an independent council to oversee their affairs.

1m ago

Three more divisions hit by dengue surge

As Barishal continues to bear the brunt of the countrywide dengue surge, three more divisions have reported a sharp rise in both infections and fatalities, intensifying concerns over the spread of the mosquito-borne disease.

1m ago
August 30, 2025
August 30, 2025

Only 5% road crash victims get compensation

Govt creates Tk 225cr fund but complex process leaves majority of victims with no compensation

August 28, 2025
August 28, 2025

New initiative for govt hospitals: Digital monitoring system for medical equipment by Dec

In the first phase, 300 medical devices in 114 government hospitals across the country will be brought under the "Medical Equipment Maintenance Information and Monitoring System"

August 27, 2025
August 27, 2025

Medical devices in neonatal units: Unicef to pull plug on maintenance support

The move may disrupt lifesaving services for newborns unless the authorities act promptly, say experts and health officials.

August 23, 2025
August 23, 2025

Healthcare reform begins, service yet to improve

The health administration initiated a series of reforms to improve medical care but struggled to implement them, say health experts

August 20, 2025
August 20, 2025

Influenza wave grips the nation

Influenza is emerging as a main driver behind the recent surge in viral fever cases nationwide, with rising numbers of both children and adults falling ill.

August 18, 2025
August 18, 2025

Health sector reform: 33 proposals set for implementation

The Health Ministry has selected 33 recommendations from the Health Sector Reform Commission as it seeks to begin implementing the much-needed reform process in the country’s health system.

August 13, 2025
August 13, 2025

Academic activities stalled for over a month amid protests

Academic activities at the Government Unani and Ayurvedic Medical College in Mirpur have remained halted for the past one and a half months due to an ongoing student protest demanding a separate law and the formation of an independent council to oversee their affairs.

August 10, 2025
August 10, 2025

Three more divisions hit by dengue surge

As Barishal continues to bear the brunt of the countrywide dengue surge, three more divisions have reported a sharp rise in both infections and fatalities, intensifying concerns over the spread of the mosquito-borne disease.

August 3, 2025
August 3, 2025

Govt finally begins work on health reforms

Agencies asked to submit plans by August 5

August 1, 2025
August 1, 2025

Govt moves to revise essential drug list, price

After nearly a decade-long pause, the health ministry has launched a significant initiative to revise the national list of essential medicines and fix their prices to improve their accessibility and affordability.