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Retinopathy of prematurity: an alarming threat for the premature newborns

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is an eye disease in some premature infants born before 31 weeks (a full-term pregnancy is about 37 to 42 weeks). 

9h ago

New guideline to prevent adolescent pregnancies and improve girls’ health

The World Health Organisation (WHO) released a new guideline aimed at preventing adolescent pregnancy and its related health complications.

9h ago

Midlife: A time to reflect, refresh, and grow

Midlife can feel overwhelming sometimes, but it is also a great chance to focus on yourself and make life even better. Here are some simple tips to help:   

9h ago

Safeguarding transfusions: recognising and reducing TA-GVHD risks

Imagine this scenario: you need an urgent blood transfusion, and your brother is present. Thinking it’s safest, you use his blood without consulting a qualified haematologist.

9h ago

Viral infections and dementia: what you can do to protect your brain

Emerging research suggests that infections from viruses like herpes (e.g., shingles) and SARS-CoV-2 may increase the risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.

9h ago

Together against malaria: A global call to reinvest, reimagine, and reignite the fight

On World Malaria Day, 25 April 2025, the World Health Organisation (WHO) is urging renewed efforts at all levels—from global leaders to local communities—to speed up progress towards malaria elimination.

9h ago

Quit vaping for good: The 3-step formula that works

If you are trying to quit vaping, there is new hope—and it is more effective than anything we have seen before. A recent clinical trial published in The Journal of the American Medical Association reveals that using three tools together can boost your chances of quitting by up to tenfold.

9h ago

16% children still outside immunisation coverage

Although Bangladesh has made significant progress in immunisation coverage, 16 percent of children still remain outside the coverage, warranting stronger efforts in this regard, health experts said yesterday.

3d ago

Update 1 / Health workers unlock DGHS gates after 4 hrs

They also postponed their hunger strike for tonight and will announce new programmes tomorrow

Health workers lock DGHS gates demanding arrears, permanent jobs

Officials, staffers confined inside building

Global guidelines released for Meningitis diagnosis and care

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released its first global guidelines for the diagnosis, treatment, and care of meningitis, aiming to accelerate detection, ensure timely treatment, and enhance long-term care.

Quit vaping for good: The 3-step formula that works

If you are trying to quit vaping, there is new hope—and it is more effective than anything we have seen before. A recent clinical trial published in The Journal of the American Medical Association reveals that using three tools together can boost your chances of quitting by up to tenfold.

9h ago

Together against malaria: A global call to reinvest, reimagine, and reignite the fight

On World Malaria Day, 25 April 2025, the World Health Organisation (WHO) is urging renewed efforts at all levels—from global leaders to local communities—to speed up progress towards malaria elimination.

9h ago

Viral infections and dementia: what you can do to protect your brain

Emerging research suggests that infections from viruses like herpes (e.g., shingles) and SARS-CoV-2 may increase the risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.

9h ago

Safeguarding transfusions: recognising and reducing TA-GVHD risks

Imagine this scenario: you need an urgent blood transfusion, and your brother is present. Thinking it’s safest, you use his blood without consulting a qualified haematologist.

9h ago

Midlife: A time to reflect, refresh, and grow

Midlife can feel overwhelming sometimes, but it is also a great chance to focus on yourself and make life even better. Here are some simple tips to help:   

9h ago

New guideline to prevent adolescent pregnancies and improve girls’ health

The World Health Organisation (WHO) released a new guideline aimed at preventing adolescent pregnancy and its related health complications.

9h ago

Retinopathy of prematurity: an alarming threat for the premature newborns

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is an eye disease in some premature infants born before 31 weeks (a full-term pregnancy is about 37 to 42 weeks). 

9h ago

Emotional first aid: Why we need to treat psychological wounds like physical ones

If you got a deep cut, you would clean it and apply a bandage.

2w ago

Beat the headache: Top treatments and tips for lasting relief

Headaches are a common yet disruptive ailment, ranging from mild discomfort to severe pain.

2w ago

New guidance calls for urgent transformation of mental health policies

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has launched new guidance aimed at helping countries strengthen their mental health policies and systems.

2w ago