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Sunday, 30 March, 2025

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Dhaka’s air quality declared ‘unhealthy’ this morning

Dhaka, the overcrowded capital of Bangladesh, ranked fifth on the list of cities with the worst air quality, recording an AQI score of 174 at 9:25 am on March 28, 2025. The air was classified as unhealthy, indicating a significant health risk for residents, according to the AQI index. The AQI...

Can machines really wash humans? Osaka’s evolved ‘human washing machine’ says yes

Can a machine really wash a human? The answer might just be yes, thanks to the evolved human washing machine unveiled at the Osaka Healthcare Pavilion on Sunday. First introduced at the 1970 Osaka Expo, the original machine automatically cleaned and dried a persons body inside a capsule. But the...

More than 50,000 killed in Gaza, says Hamas-run health ministry

More than 50,000 people have been killed in Gaza since the war began, the Hamas-run health ministry said on Sunday. The reported death toll50,021accounts for about 2.1% of Gazas pre-war population of 2.3 million, or roughly one in 50 people, according to the BBC. The ministry also reported...

Dubai police arrest 375 street vendors for illegal sales during Ramadan

Dubai Police have arrested 375 street vendors in the first half of Ramadan for illegally selling food and counterfeit goods in public spaces. The arrests are part of a crackdown to safeguard public safety and raise awareness about the risks of purchasing from unlicensed vendors, reports Khaleej...

Health professionals can't use "Dr" before names sans MBBS-BDS degree: HC

The High Court on Wednesday ruled that only MBBS or BDS degree holders can use a doctor title before their name. The bench of Justice Razik-Al-Jalil and Justice Sathika Hossain passed this order after hearing a writ petition filed earlier. The court also said no steps will be taken against...

Healthy cheese choices for guilt-free indulgence

Craving a cheesy Margherita pizza? Cheese is tasty and comforting, but if youre health-conscious, you might wonder if its still okay to eat. Experts say cheese can be a good protein source, but it depends on the type you choose. What to look for when choosing cheese One thing that several...

Doctor’s strike suspended following assurance from govt

The BCS (Health) Cadre Specialist Doctors Forum has decided to suspend their strike for 12 weeks after receiving an assurance from Dr. Sayedur Rahman, the Special Assistant to the Chief Advisor. Dr. Sayedur Rahman visited the Dhaka Medical College Hospital at 10:30 AM today to address the concerns...

18 killed in Thailand bus accident

A bus crashed and killed 18 people in Thailand on Wednesday after the brakes apparently failed as it went down a hill. The vehicle was one of three double-decker buses carrying local government officials on a field trip when it veered off the road in Prachin Buri province, east of the capital...

Over 150 medics held in Israeli prisons amid reports of torture

At least 160 healthcare workers from Gaza, including more than 20 doctors, are believed to still be inside Israeli detention facilities, reports the Guardian. The World Health Organization expressed deep concern about those medics wellbeing and safety. Healthcare Workers Watch (HWW), a...

Is being a morning person good for you? Here's what a new study says

A new study found that individuals felt a greater sense of self-worth earlier in the day. People reported better mental health and wellbeing in the morning, per the study published in the British Medical Journal Metal Health. The studys findings have important implications for mental health...

Israel releases 183 Palestinians after 3 hostages freed

A total of 183 Palestinians have been released from Israeli prisons and three Israeli captives have been freed in Gaza, in the fifth swap as part of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, Al Jazeera and BBC reported. Seven Palestinians were transferred to hospital for immediate treatment...

Dubai's AI employee cuts 24-hour tasks to just 2 minutes

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has introduced AI-powered employees, leveraging Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to transform everyday operations. This advanced system combines machine learning and content recognition to reduce task completion times from 24 hours to only two minutes. Majid...

Dhaka tops list of most polluted cities in world on Monday

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, was ranked as the most polluted city in the world on Monday, according to the latest data from the World Air Quality Report. The report, which tracks global air pollution levels, revealed that Dhakas air quality was severely impacted by high levels of particulate...

Health benefits of ginger and easy ways to add it to your diet

With its uniquely sweet and spicy flavour and unmistakable aroma, ginger has become a culinary star in both sweet and savoury dishes worldwide. Beyond its ability to elevate recipes, this zesty root boasts a host of health benefits that support overall well-being, reports Harvard Health...

MBBS admission test results for 2024-25 published, 45.62% pass

The results of the MBBS admission test for the 2024-25 academic session at public and private medical colleges were released on Sunday, with a pass rate of 45.62%, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Out of 131,760 applicants, 60,095 candidates passed the exam, which required...

Doctors warn men against holding back tears, stress mental health risks

The gender role makes boys believe that crying is a sign of weakness and consider it a norm for the longest time. However, doctors have warned of mental health risks associated with such a belief. The stereotype of the macho man limits mens ability to express grief and can have detrimental...

Recommendation made to cut addl duty on drugs: Adviser

Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum said a recommendation has been made to reduce the additional duty on medicines. She revealed the information while speaking at a view-exchange meeting at Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College on Saturday afternoon. The health adviser also said action will be taken...

Israeli airstrikes continue in Gaza despite ceasefire agreement

Israeli air and artillery strikes persist in Gaza despite the announcement of a ceasefire deal between Israel and the Palestinian resistance group Hamas. The Palestinian Ministry of Health reports that, since Wednesday, 81 Palestinians have been killed and 188 others injured in ongoing Israeli...

Illegal hospitals, frightful treatment

Drive against the illegal, unauthorized hospitals came into a standstill. When protests gather momentum in the country over death from wrong treatment, the health division becomes agile and runs several drives against illegal and unlicensed clinics. But, after a while it comes to a halt without...

One more dies of dengue in 24 hours

One more dengue patient died and 45 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till Saturday morning in the country. The dengue death toll has risen to four so far this year. During the period, 24 dengue patients were hospitalised in Dhaka city while 21 patients were admitted to different...

BHW urges vigilance amid HMPV outbreak

Bangladesh Health Watch (BHW), as a civil society platform expresses deep concern over the recent outbreak of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV). Bangladesh Health Watch urges citizens to take preventive measures, including; washing hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds,...

Healthcare sector in dire straits

Foyez Uddin (55) works at a private organization in the capital to make 18,000 taka monthly. His son, Shihab Uddin (31) is undergoing Brain Tumor treatment at Neuroscience Hospital in Dhakas Agargaon. Foyez Uddin said: His son has health complications along with the Brain Tumor, and fro...