Two succumb to dengue in Jhapa Two succumb to dengue in Jhapa A total of 1,065 people have been infected with dengue in Koshi province in the past two years. A total of 1,065 people have been infected with dengue in Koshi province in the past two years. Health 09 Sep, 2024
Ministry of Health directs hospitals to operate OPD services also on public holidays Ministry of Health directs hospitals to operate OPD services also on public holidays The Ministry of Health and Population has dispatches a circular, directing 34 hospitals and health facilities to operate the Out-Patient Department (OPD) services also on public holidays. The Ministry of Health and Population has dispatches a circular, directing 34 hospitals and health facilities to operate the Out-Patient Department (OPD) services also on public holidays. Health 03 Sep, 2024
Dengue cases surpass 6,000, over 600 reported in Kathmandu Valley Dengue cases surpass 6,000, over 600 reported in Kathmandu Valley The mosquito-borne infection has been detected in all districts except Humla and Mustang, said Dr. Gokarna Prasad Dahal, Chief of Vector-Borne Disease Control at the Division. The mosquito-borne infection has been detected in all districts except Humla and Mustang, said Dr. Gokarna Prasad Dahal, Chief of Vector-Borne Disease Control at the Division. Health 02 Sep, 2024
WHO launches plan to stanch mpox transmission and says the virus can be stopped WHO launches plan to stanch mpox transmission and says the virus can be stopped Last Tuesday, Congo — the hardest-hit country — reported more than 1,000 new mpox cases over the previous week. Last Tuesday, Congo — the hardest-hit country — reported more than 1,000 new mpox cases over the previous week. Health 26 Aug, 2024
Nepal is susceptible to Mpox, people urged to avoid risky behaviour Nepal is susceptible to Mpox, people urged to avoid risky behaviour According to the Ministry of Health and Population, Nepal is at risk of contracting monkeypox (Mpox), which has recently been declared a global health emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO), which is the highest level of alarm under international health law. According to the Ministry of Health and Population, Nepal is at risk of contracting monkeypox (Mpox), which has recently been declared a global health emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO), which is the highest level of alarm under international health law. Health 20 Aug, 2024
Nepal at risk of Mpox infection, Ministry expects cooperation from civic-level Nepal at risk of Mpox infection, Ministry expects cooperation from civic-level The Ministry of Health and Population has said Nepal falls under the risk of infection of monkey pox (Mpox). The Ministry of Health and Population has said Nepal falls under the risk of infection of monkey pox (Mpox). Health 19 Aug, 2024
A new global health emergency: What is mpox, where are the outbreaks and will the virus spread? A new global health emergency: What is mpox, where are the outbreaks and will the... WHO said there have been more than 14,000 cases and 524 deaths in Africa this year, which already exceed last year's figures. WHO said there have been more than 14,000 cases and 524 deaths in Africa this year, which already exceed last year's figures. Health 15 Aug, 2024
Australian Ambassador Felicity Volk pays farewell call on Maoist Centre Chair Dahal Australian Ambassador Felicity Volk pays farewell call on Maoist Centre Chair Dahal Australia's Ambassador to Nepal, Felicity Volk, had a farewell meeting with CPN (Maoist Centre) Chair and former Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda'. Australia's Ambassador to Nepal, Felicity Volk, had a farewell meeting with CPN (Maoist Centre) Chair and former Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda'. Health 14 Aug, 2024
Lalitpur reports 38 cholera cases out of 50 nationwide Lalitpur reports 38 cholera cases out of 50 nationwide The number of cholera patients has increased in recent times with 38 cases in Lalitpur district alone. The number of cholera patients has increased in recent times with 38 cases in Lalitpur district alone. Health 14 Aug, 2024
Health Ministry intensifies efforts to control Cholera and Dengue outbreaks Health Ministry intensifies efforts to control Cholera and Dengue outbreaks Following Minister Paudel's directive, the Ministry promptly advanced both short-term and long-term strategies. Following Minister Paudel's directive, the Ministry promptly advanced both short-term and long-term strategies. Health 13 Aug, 2024
Dengue, cholera cases becoming rampant nationwide Dengue, cholera cases becoming rampant nationwide The number of cholera and dengue cases has increased throughout the nation. However, cholera has only been reported in five districts. Each district has a distinct focal outbreak that is unrelated to the others. The number of cholera and dengue cases has increased throughout the nation. However, cholera has only been reported in five districts. Each district has a distinct focal outbreak that is unrelated to the others. Health 11 Aug, 2024
Health Ministry working to contain dengue outbreak, Minister claims Health Ministry working to contain dengue outbreak, Minister claims Minister for Health and Population Pradip Poudel has stated that the ministry was working for the prevention and control of the dengue virus. Minister for Health and Population Pradip Poudel has stated that the ministry was working for the prevention and control of the dengue virus. Health 24 Jul, 2024
After a decade of eradication, polio virus detected again in Kathmandu After a decade of eradication, polio virus detected again in Kathmandu Polio virus has been found in drain water in Kathmandu. Polio virus has been found in drain water in Kathmandu. Health 19 Jul, 2024
World Skin Health Day commemorated with 'Skin Health for All' in Nepal World Skin Health Day commemorated with 'Skin Health for All' in Nepal World Skin Health Day, a global initiative by the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) and the International Society of Dermatology (ISD) on July 8, aims to educate people about the importance of skin and promote actions for global skin health. World Skin Health Day, a global initiative by the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) and the International Society of Dermatology (ISD) on July 8, aims to educate people about the importance of skin and promote actions for global skin health. Health 09 Jul, 2024
World Skin Health Day 2024 to highlight 'Skin Health for All' World Skin Health Day 2024 to highlight 'Skin Health for All' The day is dedicated to enhancing global awareness of skin health, understanding skin diseases, and expanding access to dermatological services. The day is dedicated to enhancing global awareness of skin health, understanding skin diseases, and expanding access to dermatological services. Health 07 Jul, 2024
Denmark recalls spicy South Korean noodles over health concerns Denmark recalls spicy South Korean noodles over health concerns Food authorities in Denmark have recalled three types of spicy instant noodle products imported from South Korea over possible risks for “acute poisoning.” Consumers are asked to discard them or return the noodles to the retailer. Food authorities in Denmark have recalled three types of spicy instant noodle products imported from South Korea over possible risks for “acute poisoning.” Consumers are asked to discard them or return the noodles to the retailer. Health 13 Jun, 2024
Impact of climate change on vector-borne diseases in Nepal Impact of climate change on vector-borne diseases in Nepal With the recent rise in global temperatures, Nepal is among several nations severly impacted by climate change. With the recent rise in global temperatures, Nepal is among several nations severly impacted by climate change. Health 05 Jun, 2024
IPV vaccination against polio begins today IPV vaccination against polio begins today The Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) vaccination campaign against polio has started across the country today. A total of 1.46 million children are being vaccinated under the campaign,. The Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) vaccination campaign against polio has started across the country today. A total of 1.46 million children are being vaccinated under the campaign,. Health 26 May, 2024
New sub-variant of omicron coronavirus confirmed in Nepal New sub-variant of omicron coronavirus confirmed in Nepal A new sub-variant of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus has been discovered in Nepal. A new sub-variant of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus has been discovered in Nepal. Health 24 May, 2024
14% of country's health equipment remains unused 14% of country's health equipment remains unused As much as 14 percent of the total health equipment in the country remains unused, a study has revealed. As much as 14 percent of the total health equipment in the country remains unused, a study has revealed. Health 20 May, 2024
Kathmandu Health Minister Paudel directs PAHS to provide health services in easy manner Minister for Health and Population Pradip Paudel has urged the staff at the Patan Academy of Health Sciences (PAHS) to provide services to citizens in an easy manner.
Nepal Over 126,000 leave Kathmandu for hometowns as Dashain rush intensifies The number of people leaving Kathmandu for their hometown to celebrate Dashain is increasing day by day.
Nepal Recent natural disasters cause significant damage to road infrastructures; repair may cost Rs 25 billion Recent natural disasters triggered by incessant rains have caused damages worth Rs 25 billion to road infrastructure. It is estimated that around Rs 3 billion will be required for the temporary restoration of damaged roads and bridges, while full reconstruction could cost between Rs 20-25 billion.
Nepal Nims Purja completes all 14 peaks without O2 in record 2.5 yrs Celebrated climber Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja today scaled Mt Shishapangma becoming the fastest climber in the world to complete all 14 peaks above 8,000 m without using bottled oxygen.
Nepal Mingma G becomes first Nepali climber to scale 14 peaks without supplemental oxygen Renowned Sherpa climber today scripted a history in mountain climbing becoming the first Nepali mountaineer to scale all 14 peaks above 8,000 m without using supplemental oxygen.
Kathmandu Geological study needed prior to developing infrastructure: Maoist Centre Chairman Dahal CPN (Maoist Centre) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has said that geological studies should be carried out prior to developing human settlements and infrastructures.
Nepal Rukshana Kapali named in TIME100 Next 2024 Rukshana Kapali, a prominent transgender activist and fourth-year law student from Nepal, has been listed in Time magazine's prestigious TIME100 Next 2024, an annual list celebrating rising leaders shaping the future across various fields.
Nepal Achham man finds glimmer of hope after 22 years of pain After enduring 22 years of pain and social isolation, Dhan Bahadur Saud, a 22-year-old from Chaurpati Rural Municipality-2 in Achham, has finally found a glimmer of hope.
Kathmandu German Unity Day celebrated with much fanfare Ambassador of Germany to Nepal Thomas Prinz, and Mrs Anuza Prinz hosted a celebration here yesterday for the Day of German Unity and the 66th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Nepal and Germany.
