Prices of essentials rise ahead of Ramadan

Within a week, prices of essentials, especially iftar and sehri items such as onions, all types of chicken, meat and local fish, rose sharply ahead of Ramadan.
18 February 2026, 03:40 AM

What your personality says about your sexual fantasies — and why it matters

Sexual fantasies are something many people experience but rarely talk about openly.
15 February 2026, 00:49 AM

Turning awareness into lifesaving action

Every year on 15 February, countries around the world mark International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) — a global campaign dedicated to raising awareness about cancers affecting children and adolescents.
15 February 2026, 00:47 AM

The silent struggle many new mothers face

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a common but frequently misunderstood mental health condition that affects women after childbirth—and its consequences can be serious if left unrecognised and untreated.
15 February 2026, 00:39 AM

Reproductive rights under siege as organised political backlash spreads worldwide

Hard-won sexual and reproductive rights are facing fresh political threats, according to global advocacy group Women Deliver.
15 February 2026, 00:36 AM

Nipah virus: Know the danger signs & how to protect your family

Nipah virus is a rare but potentially deadly disease that has caused repeated outbreaks in parts of South and Southeast Asia, including Bangladesh.
15 February 2026, 00:30 AM

Food insecurity linked to rising anxiety and depression

Changes in food insecurity may quickly affect mental health, according to new research published in PLOS Mental Health.
15 February 2026, 00:26 AM

Nearly four in ten cancers could have been prevented globally!

Almost four in ten cancer cases worldwide could have been prevented, according to a major new analysis by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and its cancer research arm, the International Agency for Research on Cancer.
15 February 2026, 00:23 AM

94 million need cataract surgery, but access lacking: WHO

Cataracts are on the rise as populations get older, with age being the main risk factor
11 February 2026, 09:07 AM

New guideline to regulate posting, transfer of doctors

The government has, for the first time, formulated a posting and transfer guideline for government doctors to make human resource management in the health sector more effective, transparent and people-orientated.
10 February 2026, 00:00 AM

Why world neglected tropical diseases day matters more than ever!

World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Day, observed every year on 30 January, shines a spotlight on a group of preventable and treatable diseases that continue to affect the world’s most vulnerable people.
8 February 2026, 05:00 AM

US withdrawal from WHO raises fears for global health security

The United States has formally notified the World Health Organisation of its withdrawal, prompting serious concerns over the future of global health security.
8 February 2026, 04:58 AM

Adolescent health at a tipping point!

The health and wellbeing of the world’s adolescents are at a critical turning point, according to a major new analysis published by The Lancet.
8 February 2026, 04:56 AM

Leprosy in Bangladesh’s tea gardens -- the highest in the world

Rupan Bhumij (54), a tea-leaf plucker at Patrokhola Tea Garden in Kamalganj upazila of Moulvibazar district, was diagnosed with leprosy around 2020.
8 February 2026, 04:54 AM

Early detection breakthrough for women with dense breast tissue

Women with dense breast tissue face a higher risk of breast cancer and may not get full protection from standard mammograms, a new study shows.
8 February 2026, 04:52 AM

Wearable tech revolution: Track your health 24/7

Accessing health metrics around the clock is becoming the new normal as wearable technology gains traction and becomes increasingly widespread.
8 February 2026, 04:51 AM

Rock out to stay young

Long-term musical training may help older adults overcome age-related difficulties in understanding speech, according to a study published in PLOS Biology. Researchers found that older musicians perform better in noisy environments than their non-musician peers, thanks to enhanced cognitive reserve.
8 February 2026, 04:49 AM

First Nipah virus death of 2026 reported in Naogaon: IEDCR

After August last year, this is the first Nipah virus death in the country
7 February 2026, 16:14 PM

'Prevent cancer before it starts': New WHO study maps risks

A new WHO study suggests more than 7 million cases of cancer in 2022 were preventable
4 February 2026, 10:15 AM

The chilling truth about winter joint pain and simple ways to manage it

As winter approaches, many people experience an increase in joint pain and stiffness.
1 February 2026, 05:09 AM