Gene sequencing test for breast cancer yields success Gene sequencing test for breast cancer yields success Nepal has successfully conducted its first genetic test (gene sequencing) for breast cancer. Nepal has successfully conducted its first genetic test (gene sequencing) for breast cancer. Health 31 Dec, 2024
Anti-cancer 'HPV' vaccine doses made available in Nepal Anti-cancer 'HPV' vaccine doses made available in Nepal Ministry of Health and Population has imported 'Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)' vaccines administered against cervical cancer with the assistance of 'Global Alliance for Vaccine and Immunization (GAVI)'. Ministry of Health and Population has imported 'Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)' vaccines administered against cervical cancer with the assistance of 'Global Alliance for Vaccine and Immunization (GAVI)'. Health 19 Dec, 2024
Health Ministry increases organ donation incentives twofold Health Ministry increases organ donation incentives twofold Govt has announced an increase in the monetary incentive for families of posthumous organ donors, raising the amount to NPR 200,000 per family. Govt has announced an increase in the monetary incentive for families of posthumous organ donors, raising the amount to NPR 200,000 per family. Health 24 Nov, 2024
Misuse and overuse of medications fuel AMR, endangering global health Misuse and overuse of medications fuel AMR, endangering global health In the wake of World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW: 18-24 November), top political figures, including the Prime Minister and health minister, expressed their deep concerns over exacerbating issues due to misuse, overuse of antibiotics and AMR. In the wake of World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW: 18-24 November), top political figures, including the Prime Minister and health minister, expressed their deep concerns over exacerbating issues due to misuse, overuse of antibiotics and AMR. Health 19 Nov, 2024
US health officials report 1st case of new form of mpox in a traveler US health officials report 1st case of new form of mpox in a traveler Health officials said Saturday they have confirmed the first U.S. case of a new form of mpox that was first seen in eastern Congo. Health officials said Saturday they have confirmed the first U.S. case of a new form of mpox that was first seen in eastern Congo. Health 17 Nov, 2024
Japanese Encephalitis: Still a prominent public health problem in Nepal Japanese Encephalitis: Still a prominent public health problem in Nepal Japanese Encephalitis (JE), the most common laboratory-confirmed encephalitis in Nepal, is a viral disease causing inflammation of the brain. Japanese Encephalitis (JE), the most common laboratory-confirmed encephalitis in Nepal, is a viral disease causing inflammation of the brain. Health 07 Nov, 2024
Mpox cases in Congo may be stabilizing. Experts say more vaccines are needed to stamp out virus Mpox cases in Congo may be stabilizing. Experts say more vaccines are needed to stamp... In recent weeks, Congo has reported about 200 to 300 lab-confirmed mpox cases every week, according to WHO. In recent weeks, Congo has reported about 200 to 300 lab-confirmed mpox cases every week, according to WHO. Health 03 Nov, 2024
Free cancer treatment for children under 14 Free cancer treatment for children under 14 The Ministry of Health and Population has announced that children under the age of 14 will receive free cancer treatment. The Ministry of Health and Population has announced that children under the age of 14 will receive free cancer treatment. Health 28 Oct, 2024
19,000 dengue cases reported throughout country 19,000 dengue cases reported throughout country Dengue is spreading rapidly with the number of infected people reaching 19,599 throughout the country, according to the latest data of the Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD). Dengue is spreading rapidly with the number of infected people reaching 19,599 throughout the country, according to the latest data of the Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD). Health 16 Oct, 2024
386 cases of Scrub Typhus detected in Chitwan 386 cases of Scrub Typhus detected in Chitwan Scrub typhus has been confirmed in 386 patients across various hospitals in Chitwan district since mid-July this year. Scrub typhus has been confirmed in 386 patients across various hospitals in Chitwan district since mid-July this year. Health 15 Oct, 2024
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
Nepal Melbourne Summit 2025 concludes with focus on innovation and sustainability The Melbourne Summit 2025 successfully concluded with a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainable development, in Ascot Vale, Melbourne.
Nepal 'Separate law for animal welfare is essential' Animal rights activists working in the field of animal welfare have stated that a separate animal welfare act is essential for human welfare.
Nepal BIMSTEC Youth Summit: A journey of knowledge, connections, and unforgettable moments The first-ever Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Youth Summit 2025 was held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, from February 7 to 11.
Nepal HoR meeting: MPs demand immediate halt to cable car construction in Pathibhara During the Emergency Hour of today's House of Representatives (HoR) meeting, lawmakers urged the government to intervene and prevent further escalation of tensions, as locals continue to resist the project.
Nepal Prohibitory orders imposed in Phungling and Pathibhara areas A prohibitory order has been enforced in Phungling Bazaar and Pathibhara area of Taplejung district.
Nepal Above 95 per cent success in HPV vaccination in Kavre Altogether 95 percent of girl students between grades 6 to 10 in Kavrepalanchok have been vaccinated against HPV (Human Papillomavirus), which causes cervical cancer.
Nepal Light rain likely in Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki There is a possibility of light rain with thunder and lightning at one or two places in the hilly areas of Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki Provinces today.
Nepal Four people killed, six injured while returning home from Mahakumbha Mela Four people were killed while six others injured in a road accident while returning home from Prayagraj Kumbhamela of Uttar Pradesh of India.
Nepal Aid granted to Nepal 'fraud', says Trump US President Donald Trump has described Nepal's aid as a fraud. In a White House press conference, President Trump described Nepal's federalism aid as a fraud.
