Clear, practical health guides in plain language: symptoms, home care, medicines and when to see a doctor. Written for families in Bangladesh and based on WHO, NHS and CDC guidance.
Fever & Seasonal DiseasesSymptoms, home care, prevention and when to see a doctor for fever, dengue, diarrhoea, cold and flu, allergy and typhoid in Bangladesh, based on trusted sources.5 articles
Diabetes CareDiabetes symptoms, diagnostic values, glucometer use, a Bangladeshi diet guide, low blood sugar first aid and foot care, based on trusted guidelines.5 articles
Mother & BabyReliable guides on first-trimester pregnancy, newborn care, breastfeeding, baby fever and starting solids at six months, with clear danger signs.5 articles
Skin & Hair CareCauses, proper treatment and daily care for acne, sun protection, dandruff, hair fall, eczema and ringworm, including the risks of steroid creams.5 articles
Vitamins & NutritionSymptoms, tests, food sources and safe supplement use for vitamin D, iron, vitamin B12 and calcium, plus how to choose a multivitamin.5 articles
Prescription MedicinesPlain guides to antibiotics, high blood pressure, acid-reducing medicines, reading a prescription and using an asthma inhaler safely.5 articles
Herbal & Traditional MedicineWhat herbal and Unani medicines in Bangladesh can and cannot do: basak cough syrup, isabgol, silymarin, gas remedies and tonics, with the evidence and safety advice.5 articles
Feminine CareEvidence-based guides on birth control pills, contraception while breastfeeding, home pregnancy tests, sanitary pads and menstrual cups, heavy periods and vaginal discharge.5 articles
Oral CareGuides on sensitive teeth, bleeding gums, bad breath, children's teeth and fluoride, and how to brush, floss and use mouthwash properly, based on NHS, ADA and WHO advice.5 articles
First Aid & Wound CareHow to treat cuts, grazes and burns at home, use Dettol, alcohol pads and povidone-iodine safely, stock a first aid kit, and spot infection, tetanus and bite risks.5 articles
Pain & Cold ReliefEasy guides to back pain, headaches, knee pain and blocked noses: what balms, oils and vapour rubs really do, what is safe for children, and when to see a doctor.5 articles
LatestBack pain relief at home: why it happens, heat vs cold, safe painkillers, whether Moov and other balms work, and the warning signs that need a doctor.
Fever in adults is 38 °C or higher. Learn the safe paracetamol dose, what to avoid, home care and the warning signs that mean you should see a doctor.
Typhoid fever symptoms, why blood culture beats the Widal test, why antibiotics need a doctor, plus prevention with safe water, handwashing and vaccine.
Cold, flu or allergic rhinitis? Compare symptoms, duration and fever, learn safe home care and antihistamines, and know the red flags that need a doctor.
Daily diabetic foot care checklist: how to inspect, wash and protect your feet, which shoes to wear, warning signs needing same-day care and yearly check-ups.
Low blood sugar below 70 mg/dL: symptoms, causes and the rule of 15 first aid for diabetes, plus what to do if someone faints and when to call 999.
A practical diabetes diet for Bangladeshi food: how much rice or roti, which fruits and sweets to limit, a plate method and a sample one-day menu.
When and how to start solid foods at 6 months: readiness signs, textures by age, iron-rich first foods, allergens, choking safety and when to call a doctor.
Pregnancy weeks 1-12 explained: antenatal visits, folic acid 400 mcg, food and medicine safety, nausea tips and warning signs that need urgent medical care.
Fever in a baby is 38 C or higher. Learn what to do at home, safe paediatric paracetamol use, febrile seizure first aid and warning signs that need a doctor now.
How to recognise ringworm, which antifungal cream to use and for how long, why steroid creams make it worse, and how to stop it spreading in the family.
How to manage eczema: the best moisturising routine, common triggers, safe use of steroid creams and the fingertip unit, and when to see a doctor.
Why dandruff and hair fall happen, which medicated shampoos (ketoconazole, zinc pyrithione) actually work, when blood tests help and when to see a dermatologist.
How much calcium do you need? Learn osteoporosis risk factors, calcium-rich Bangladeshi foods, safe supplement use, exercise, DXA scans and warning signs.
Most healthy adults do not need a multivitamin. See who may need supplements, upper limits for key vitamins, label checks, and drug interactions to avoid.
Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause tiredness, tingling and nerve damage. Learn the symptoms, who is at risk, B12 foods, blood test levels and how it is treated.
Asthma symptoms, triggers and how controller and reliever inhalers work. Step-by-step inhaler and spacer technique, an action plan and the emergency signs to act on.
Understand Rx, OD, BD, TDS and 1+0+1 on your prescription, plus how to take, store and buy medicines safely and what to do after a missed dose or an allergic reaction.
Heartburn and acidity explained: triggers, self-care, how antacids, H2 blockers and PPIs are used safely, and the warning signs that need a doctor, not a tablet.
Does basak (Adhatoda vasica) cough syrup work? Honest evidence grades, label doses for Adovas and Basok, who should avoid it, and when a cough needs a doctor.
Isabgol (psyllium husk) benefits for constipation, cholesterol and blood sugar, how to take it with enough water, and why psyllium + senna is short-term only.
Jaundice treatment at home? No herbal remedy cures jaundice. See what silymarin and Unani liver syrups can and cannot do, which tests you need and the danger signs.
Birth control pill side effects, how to take a 28-day pack such as Femicon or Femipil, what to do if you miss a pill, and who should not use combined pills.
You can get pregnant 3 weeks after birth, even while breastfeeding. Learn the LAM rules, the mini-pill 3-hour rule and which contraception is safe after childbirth.
Home pregnancy test guide: when to test after a missed period, how to use a strip, what a faint line means, false negatives, and what to do after a positive.
Sensitive teeth explained: why cold or sweet food hurts, how potassium nitrate, stannous fluoride and NovaMin toothpastes work, how long they take, and red flags.
Why gums bleed, how to tell gingivitis from periodontitis, what reverses it within 1 to 2 weeks, where mouthwash really fits and when you need a dentist.
Why bad breath comes mostly from the mouth, how to check your breath, what works (tongue cleaning, floss, mouthwash such as Orostar) and when to see a dentist.
Step-by-step first aid for cuts and grazes at home: stop bleeding, rinse, dress, which antiseptics to avoid, when you need stitches or tetanus, and infection signs.
Burn first aid step by step: 20 minutes of cool running water, what to cover it with, what never to apply, burn depth guide, and when to call 999.
Antiseptic vs disinfectant explained: how to dilute Dettol for wounds, when alcohol pads and povidone-iodine help, hand sanitiser vs soap, and when to see a doctor.
Tension headache, migraine or sinus? Learn headache relief at home, when a menthol balm helps, safe paracetamol limits and the warning signs that need a doctor.
Blocked nose or chest congestion from a cold? What really helps, what menthol and vapour rub can and cannot do, steam safety, and what is safe for children by age.
Knee pain relief at home that actually works: simple exercises, diclofenac gel, where balms like Moov fit, what to avoid, and the warning signs that need a doctor.
This article is for general awareness only. It is not a substitute for a doctor's advice, diagnosis or treatment. In an emergency, call 999 or go to the nearest hospital.
