What is Functions of Blood in our Body?

Blood is not just a red liquid; it is a vital Fluid Connective Tissue that delivers essential nutrients and oxygen to every cell in our body and keeps the system functioning. A healthy adult typically has about 5-6 liters of blood, which accounts for approximately 7-8% of the total body weight.

Madaripur social organization organizes free medical services for half a thousand poor people

A social organization has set a new example of human service by providing free medical services to the poor people in Madaripur. More than half a thousand people have received medical treatment and medicines through specialist doctors. In addition, solar panels have been distributed among underprivileged families. Our Madaripur representative is giving details.

Heart disease, weight and cholesterol: The unknown truth about cooking oil

Cooking oil is an essential component in almost every kitchen. Choosing the right oil is not just about flavor; it is crucial for long-term health, including heart, brain, and overall well-being. With so many options available—olive, coconut, canola, flaxseed, sunflower, and more—it can be confusing to know which oil is healthiest and which oil is suitable for different types of cooking.

Fruits and Vegetables: Essential Nutrition for Your Health

Fruits and vegetables play a vital role in human nutrition. Yet, many people believe that the nutrients in fruits and vegetables are not as beneficial as those from animal-based foods. While it is true that plant-based and animal-based foods have different nutrient compositions, plant-based foods are indispensable for long-term health, immunity, cellular function, and overall well-being.

Gazipur teenager Selim suffers from terminal cancer, desperate plea for help

Tofazzal Hossain Selim (14), a teenager from Gacha area of ​​Gazipur city, is battling for his life after suffering from terminal blood cancer. This brilliant ninth-grade student of Gazipur Technical School and College is the only hope and dream of his daily wage-earning parents Shafiqul Islam and Selina Begum. He is currently undergoing treatment at the capital's Mohakhali National Cancer Hospital for a long time.

Voluntary blood donation program in memory of late EB student Shanta

Shahan Ali, chained for 24 years in Durgapur, has not received advanced treatment

Shahan Ali is an inhumane reality in Netrokona's Durgapur upazila. He is now 30 years old, but he has been chained for the past 24 years. Due to mental imbalance that appeared in his childhood, he has not been able to return to a normal life even today.

All the risks that can occur if you don't take care of your eyes during pregnancy!

During pregnancy, a woman's body undergoes various physiological changes. In particular, hormonal fluctuations affect various organs of the body, and their special effects can also be observed in the eyes. Although many changes become normal after delivery, some problems can develop into permanent complications. Therefore, it is very important to take care of the eyes during pregnancy. When the amount of water in the body increases during pregnancy, the cornea of ​​the eye also changes.

Today is special Heart Day. Find out what you can do to keep your heart healthy.

Today (September 29) is World Heart Day. This year's theme is "Never Miss a Beat". Like other countries in the world, the day is being celebrated in Bangladesh to prevent heart disease and increase awareness. However, experts in the country say that the uncontrolled eating habits, diabetes and unhealthy lifestyle of the general public are the main risks of heart disease

Is your child carrying a heavy bag every day? Know the potential risks!

Children carry heavy bags to school every day. It may seem like a temporary inconvenience, but in the long run, it poses a serious risk to the spine and muscles. Problems easily arise because the bones are still soft, the muscles are weak, and the ligaments are sensitive.

New eye drops: New hope for people with low vision

Scientists have developed a special type of eye drop to treat age-related eye problems. By using this drop, people with low vision will be able to read any text without glasses. It will be especially effective in presbyopia or age-related nearsightedness.

Pumpkin seeds: Huge health benefits hidden in small seeds

The trend of eating pumpkin seeds as a dry food for breakfast has become popular. Nutritionists say that it is very beneficial for adults to eat 15 to 20 pumpkin seeds every morning on an empty stomach. These small seeds contain numerous nutrients, which act as a 'powerhouse' for the body. Every 100 grams of pumpkin seeds contain about 560 calories. Apart from this, they are rich in antioxidants, magnesium, zinc, calcium, phosphorus, copper, vitamin E, iron and fiber.

Gallstones dissolve without surgery!

Gallstones are a common problem that usually cause severe pain in the right side of the abdomen, indigestion, nausea, and gas. Sometimes doctors recommend surgery. However, thanks to advances in medical science, it is now possible to dissolve the stones without surgery in some cases.

Why are men taller than women?

You may remember from your teenage years—at one time, you were taller than your older brother, and some at home would call you ‘elder sister’ or ‘younger brother.’ But suddenly, that equality was broken—you surpassed your older brother. Many families are familiar with such a scene.

"Throat fat can be a 'prediction of death'!

The size of your neck may not only be a matter of style, but also an important indicator of your health. According to experts, a large neck circumference can increase your risk of serious conditions like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and sleep apnea — even in people who appear to be of normal weight.

Abu Taleb, Assistant Inspector General of the Prisons Department, has died

Abu Taleb, Assistant Inspector General of the Prisons Department, has died. (Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi rajiun). He was 50 years old. He breathed his last at Dhaka Medical College (DMCH) Hospital at 6:15 am on Sunday.

Dr. Samanta Lal in hiding even at the moment of national disaster, why?

At the moment of national disaster, when hundreds of people in the country were burned in a plane crash and were on the verge of life and death, the absence of the country's pioneer in burn treatment, Professor Dr. Samanta Lal Sen, is surprising people. The man who himself laid the foundation of this medical branch, who has received many international accolades, is now in hiding! He is nowhere to be seen during the country's biggest burn accident. Yet his presence and leadership at such a moment could have saved many lives.

Doctor visits by pharmaceutical company representatives are being stopped!

Pharmaceutical company sales representatives are losing the opportunity to communicate directly with doctors. From now on, they will no longer be able to visit hospitals or clinics to meet doctors and promote medicines. They will have to send information about medicines via e-mail. This proposal has been included in today's report of the commission formed to reform the health sector.

US halts life-saving drug aid, fears of disaster

The new US administration has ordered the supply of life-saving drugs for HIV, malaria, tuberculosis and newborns to poor countries. The decision, led by President Donald Trump, has halted a large part of global humanitarian aid.

It is a unique example of journalist pride by donating blood voluntarily for 68 times

Journalist Chifat Rahman Sanam, a well-known face of Pabna, voluntarily donated blood for the helpless mumursha patient for the 68th time. Through this, he has set a unique example in human service.

Awareness meeting on HPV vaccination to prevent cervical cancer in Kurigram

In Kurigram, an awareness meeting was held about the vaccination program of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) to prevent cervical cancer among teenagers.

World Handwashing Day

Today, October 15, is World Handwashing Day. The day is being celebrated to promote the practice of hand washing globally to increase public awareness. Like other countries of the world, in Bangladesh, like every year, the day is being celebrated with due dignity by the initiative of the Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives. This year's theme of World Handwashing Day - 'Why clean hands are still important?'

Army medical campaign, 1200 patients received medicine and medical care

In Basail of Tangail, Bangladesh Army has provided free medical services and distributed medicines to the poor and needy people. A free medical campaign was organized under the direction of the General Officer Commanding of the 19th Infantry Division of the Bangladesh Army on Thursday (October 10) at Kashil Government Primary School of Upazila.

Hundreds of people received free medical care at Dhaleswari Hospital

Hundreds of people received treatment at Dhaleswari Hospital, a private institution in Tangail. Patients who come for this one-day medical service get 40% discount on various tests. With the help of the staff of the Small Orphan Foundation, the medical services become more vibrant.

21 new people in another 24 hours in Tangail Dengue fever patient identified

21 new dengue fever patients have been identified in Tangail district in the last 24 hours. Among them 14 in Tangail Sadar Upazila, 3 in Nagarpur Upazila, 2 in Sakhipur Upazila, 1 in Madhupur Upazila and 1 in Dhanbari Upazila. 64 dengue patients are under treatment in different hospitals. District Civil Surgeon Dr. Minhaj Udden Mia disclosed the information on Monday (September 23).

Why is dengue fever different this time?

Every year at this time the incidence of dengue increases. Dengue outbreak has increased again. At this time, public health experts give some general advice. This time, dengue is considered a little differently and suggested by public health expert Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed.

19 new dengue fever patients detected in Tangail in 1 day

The number of dengue patients is increasing again in Tangail. District Civil Surgeon Dr. Minhaj Udden Mia said on Sunday (September 22) morning that 19 new dengue fever patients have been identified in the last 24 hours. Among them 6 people in Tangail Sadar Upazila, 8 people in Madhupur Upazila and 5 people in Dhanbari Upazila. 59 dengue patients are under treatment in different hospitals.

Razzak 14 years in jail in Benapole gold smuggling case

The court ordered the 14-year imprisonment of smuggler Razzaq Sardar, identified as Benapole portthana, in the case of gold smuggling in Jessore. Additional District and Sessions Judge Shimul Kumar Biswas passed the order on Wednesday. The convicted accused Razzak is the son of deceased Samser Sardar of Baropota village in Benapole.

Demonstration march and handing out of memorandum in Tangail to eliminate unregistered fake nurses

Nurses staged a protest march and issued a memorandum in Tangail to campaign against unregistered fake nurses and midwives.

7 point demand to stop corruption of nurse and midwife transfer

Anti-corruption Nurses and Midwives Society of Bangladesh has demanded seven points including stopping corruption in transfer of nurses and midwives. At the same time, they also gave a memorandum to the health advisor in view of this demand

There is going to be a big change in the healthcare sector

A major reshuffle has been made in the health care department of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Two officers of the rank of director and two officers of the rank of additional director general of the health care department have been transferred.

Allegation of death of patient due to wrong treatment at Comfort Hospital

An allegation has been made that a patient died due to wrong treatment by doctors at Comfort Hospital on Green Road in the capital while undergoing nasal polyp surgery. Relatives of the patient said that this incident happened on Tuesday (August 20) around 12:30 pm. This information was informed in a press release sent to the media on Wednesday.

Shimul, executive director of Minister Maiwan Group, died due to doctor's negligence

Md. Shamsuddoha, executive director of Minister Maiwan Group, passed away on August 20th at approximately 12:30 PM at Dhaka's Comfort Hospital near Green Road. It is known that he died due to the doctor's negligence while doing safety plastic surgery on his nose. His untimely death has cast a pall over Chuadanga and across the country and among family members, relatives and colleagues.

factionalism weak health sector instability

Party politics has weakened the health sector. The rulers have prioritized individual and group interests over improving service quality. Soon after the fall of the Awami League government, there is unrest in government hospitals and educational institutions. The question looms large whether the interim government will create political balance in the health sector, or run the health sector with competent people.

In front of the health advisor, pro-BNP doctors are rioting

The new Acting Director General of the Department of Health Professor Dr. Pro-BNP doctors' organization DAB and employees of the department protested in front of the health advisor demanding the resignation of Robed Amin and pro-Awami officials.

Monkeypox is spreading- A global emergency

An outbreak of monkeypox has occurred in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The virus quickly spread out of control in the country. Now the World Health Organization has declared a global public health emergency due to the threat of widespread spread to neighboring countries.