Health

Bangladesh health ministry have set maximum fees for dengue tests to ensure affordable diagnostics amid the ongoing outbreak, limiting costs to Tk 50 at government hospitals and Tk 300 at private facilities. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) issued an official directive on Monday announcing the capped fees, which will remain effective until December 31. The move is aimed ...

The path to sustainable weight loss depends not just on what we eat, but also on our daily habits—particularly those followed right after waking up. According to a weight loss coach, adopting the right morning routine can significantly influence metabolism, energy levels, and fat-burning potential throughout the day, as reported by Hindustan Times. Here are five key actions to incorporate ...

Mangoes, often called the “king of fruits,” are not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients that contribute to overall health, according to a report by asianetnews. Nutrition experts say mangoes are rich in polyphenols, vitamins C and A, minerals, and antioxidants, making them highly beneficial for the human body. The high levels of vitamin C, vitamin A, and ...

Hundreds of bodies responsible for overseeing and running parts of the NHS in England will be scrapped, the government has said. The organisations to be abolished include Healthwatch England, which advocates on behalf of patients, and the National Guardian’s Office, which supports whistleblowers. Health Secretary Wes Streeting said the current system was too complex and the NHS needed “more doers ...

Bangladesh has recorded one additional COVID-19 death and 10 new confirmed infections in the 24-hour period ending Friday morning, according to the latest data released by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). The new figures bring the country’s total death toll to 29,519, while the cumulative number of confirmed cases has reached 2,052,073 since the pandemic began. Health authorities ...

Five doctors were honored with prestigious lifetime achievement awards for their significant contributions to the field of national cardiology. Bangladesh Cardiac Society declared their names at a National Scientific Conference 2025 held at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in Dhaka on June 25, 2025. They are: Professor SR Khan, Professor Hasina Banoo, Professor KMHS Sirajul Huq, Professor M Jalal Uddin ...

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major risk factor for several chronic diseases, including heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. While medication is often necessary, experts say that lifestyle changes-especially dietary choices-can play a critical role in managing blood pressure levels. Factors such as stress, excessive salt intake, obesity, smoking, and alcohol consumption are all known to increase blood ...

Global efforts to vaccinate children against preventable diseases have stalled since 2010, leaving millions at risk for illnesses such as tetanus, polio, tuberculosis, and measles, according to a new study published Tuesday in The Lancet. The analysis, conducted by researchers at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington, reveals a significant decline in vaccination rates-particularly ...

Health assistants in Narayanganj’s Bandar upazila took part in a protest on Tuesday morning by halting their duties for two hours, from 8 AM to 10 AM. The work stoppage and sit-in program took place within the premises of Bandar Upazila Health Complex, as part of a coordinated effort across the country. Participants included health assistants from both Bandar Upazila ...

A new generation of weight-loss drugs has proven remarkably effective, hugely popular and massively lucrative in the last few years, though they do have some drawbacks. After France on Friday became the latest country to allow all doctors, rather than just specialists, to prescribe these drugs, here are some key questions about them. – How do they work? – The ...