Drugs make headway against lung, breast, prostate cancers Drugs make headway against lung, breast, prostate cancers CHICAGO: Newer drugs are substantially improving the chances of survival for some people with hard-to-treat forms of lung, breast and prostate cancer, doctors reported at... CHICAGO: Newer drugs are substantially improving the chances of survival for some people with... Environment 04 Jun, 2019
Researchers pose as heroin users to find treatment gaps Researchers pose as heroin users to find treatment gaps Posing as heroin users seeking help, researchers contacted hundreds of treatment clinics in US states with the highest overdose death rates. The "secret shoppers" were... Posing as heroin users seeking help, researchers contacted hundreds of treatment clinics in US states... Environment 04 Jun, 2019
China reports H5N6 bird flu outbreak in Xinjiang China reports H5N6 bird flu outbreak in Xinjiang BEIJING: China has confirmed an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N6 bird flu in Horgos in the far western Xinjiang region. The outbreak killed 1,015 out of 2,545 birds... BEIJING: China has confirmed an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N6 bird flu in Horgos in the far western... Environment 03 Jun, 2019
Lynparza stalls pancreatic cancer in patients with BRCA mutations: study Lynparza stalls pancreatic cancer in patients with BRCA mutations: study CHICAGO: AstraZeneca and Merck & Co's Lynparza helped patients with advanced pancreatic cancer who carry BRCA gene mutations go longer without their disease... CHICAGO: AstraZeneca and Merck & Co's Lynparza helped patients with advanced pancreatic cancer... Environment 02 Jun, 2019
WHO counts down Africa polio clock despite fears of new outbreak WHO counts down Africa polio clock despite fears of new outbreak GENEVA: Africa could be declared free of endemic "wild" polio early next year if a strain last seen in Nigeria almost three years ago does not resurface, the World... GENEVA: Africa could be declared free of endemic "wild" polio early next year if a strain last seen... Environment 29 May, 2019
Scientists zoom in on bug behind Strep throat and scarlet fever Scientists zoom in on bug behind Strep throat and scarlet fever LONDON: Scientists studying a bacterium that causes scarlet fever, severe sore throat and a form of heart disease say they are closer to developing a vaccine that could... LONDON: Scientists studying a bacterium that causes scarlet fever, severe sore throat and a form of... Environment 28 May, 2019
Study suggests e-cigarette flavorings may pose heart risk Study suggests e-cigarette flavorings may pose heart risk WASHINGTON: E-cigarettes aren’t considered as risky as regular cigarettes, but researchers have found a clue that their flavourings may be bad for the heart. Longtime... WASHINGTON: E-cigarettes aren’t considered as risky as regular cigarettes, but researchers have found a... Environment 28 May, 2019
Cases of thyroid disorder on the rise, many lack awareness Cases of thyroid disorder on the rise, many lack awareness Kathmandu, May 25 Contrary to the misconception that thyroid problem occurs only in women, a number of men are found to be suffering from the disease. However, many... Kathmandu, May 25 Contrary to the misconception that thyroid problem occurs only in women, a number of... Environment 26 May, 2019
Research on children’s health risks in doubt over EPA funds Research on children’s health risks in doubt over EPA funds WASHINGTON: Long-running research projects credited with pivotal discoveries about the harm that pesticides, air pollution and other hazards pose to children are in... WASHINGTON: Long-running research projects credited with pivotal discoveries about the harm that... Environment 22 May, 2019
New autism research on single neurons suggests signaling problems in brain circuits New autism research on single neurons suggests signaling problems in brain circuits Autism affects at least 2% of children in the United States – an estimated 1 in 59. This is challenging for both the patients and their parents or caregivers. What’s... Autism affects at least 2% of children in the United States – an estimated 1 in 59. This is challenging... Environment 20 May, 2019
Vaccine rates rise on long-wary ‘hippie’ island near Seattle Vaccine rates rise on long-wary ‘hippie’ island near Seattle VASHON ISLAND: Sarah Day is a school nurse with “street cred†when it comes to the polarizing issue of vaccines on an idyllic island in Washington state known for... VASHON ISLAND: Sarah Day is a school nurse with “street cred†when it comes to the polarizing... Environment 20 May, 2019
A pregnant man’s tragedy tests gender notions: Blurred lines A pregnant man’s tragedy tests gender notions: Blurred lines When the man arrived at the hospital with severe abdominal pains, a nurse didn’t consider it an emergency, noting that he was obese and had stopped taking blood pressure... When the man arrived at the hospital with severe abdominal pains, a nurse didn’t consider it an... Environment 16 May, 2019
Scientists in new push to control cancer before curing it Scientists in new push to control cancer before curing it LONDON: Cancer scientists in Britain are launching what they call the world's first "Darwinian" drug development programme in a bid to get ahead of cancer's ability to... LONDON: Cancer scientists in Britain are launching what they call the world's first "Darwinian" drug... Environment 16 May, 2019
Less fat, more fruit may cut risk of dying of breast cancer Less fat, more fruit may cut risk of dying of breast cancer For the first time, a large experiment suggests that trimming dietary fat and eating more fruits and vegetables may lower a woman's risk of dying of breast... For the first time, a large experiment suggests that trimming dietary fat and eating more fruits and... Environment 16 May, 2019
Using a smartphone to sound out sign of kids’ ear infections Using a smartphone to sound out sign of kids’ ear infections WASHINGTON: Researchers have created a way for a smartphone to “hear†a warning sign of ear infections — fluid buildup behind the eardrum. If it pans out,... WASHINGTON: Researchers have created a way for a smartphone to “hear†a warning sign of ear... Environment 16 May, 2019
‘Zombie cells’ buildup in your body may play role in ageing ‘Zombie cells’ buildup in your body may play role in ageing NEW YORK: Call them zombie cells — they refuse to die. As they build up in your body, studies suggest, they promote ageing and the conditions that come with it... NEW YORK: Call them zombie cells — they refuse to die. As they build up in your body, studies... Environment 15 May, 2019
People, health workers lack awareness of lupus People, health workers lack awareness of lupus Kathmandu, May 11 Many people in the country have neither heard about the disease named lupus nor know anything about what the disease is. Due to lack of awareness about... Kathmandu, May 11 Many people in the country have neither heard about the disease named lupus nor know... Environment 12 May, 2019
Singapore reports first case of rare monkeypox virus Singapore reports first case of rare monkeypox virus SINGAPORE: Singapore has reported its first case of the rare monkeypox virus brought in by a Nigerian man who authorities said may have been infected by bushmeat he ate at... SINGAPORE: Singapore has reported its first case of the rare monkeypox virus brought in by a Nigerian man... Environment 10 May, 2019
Experimental brain implants studied as opioid deaths rise Experimental brain implants studied as opioid deaths rise SHANGHAI: Patient Number One is a thin man, with a scabby face and bouncy knees. His head, shaved in preparation for surgery, is wrapped in a clean, white... SHANGHAI: Patient Number One is a thin man, with a scabby face and bouncy knees. His head, shaved in... Environment 09 May, 2019
US pregnancy deaths are up, especially among minorities US pregnancy deaths are up, especially among minorities Pregnancy-related deaths are rising in the United States and the main risk factor is being black, according to new reports that highlight racial disparities in care during... Pregnancy-related deaths are rising in the United States and the main risk factor is being black,... Environment 08 May, 2019
Sports Ranak, Rachel claim titles in 'Musa Masala Open Lead Climbing Competition 2024' Ranak Upreti and Rachel Davidson emerged as champions in the ‘Musa Masala Open Lead Climbing Competition – 2024,’ held at the Kathmandu Sports Climbing Center (KSCC) on Saturday.
Opinion In a Fractured World: My Trip to Nepal Offered Hope Tom Brokaw, the broadcast journalist, once said, “Always take the trip.†Few truer words were ever spoken.
Nepal Ramechap sees rise in Junar production Junar or sweet orange production has increased in Ramechhap this year. Thanks to the suitable climate and proper use of treatment and nutrients , production of the citrus fruit has increased in the district.
Nepal 28 injured in Chitwan school bus accident A school bus met an accident at Drabyatar in Kalika Municipality-9, Chitwan, on Saturday afternoon.
Nepal Indian Army Chief Gen Dwivedi performs worship at Muktinath Temple Chief of Army Staff of India, General Upendra Dwivedi, who is on an official visit to Nepal, performed worship at Muktinath Temple, a popular pilgrimage site in Mustang, on Saturday.
Nepal Trump dominates Prime Minister Oli's conversation with Elon Musk Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli yesterday congratulated US President-elect Donald Trump in a virtual meeting with the world's wealthiest person, Elon Musk, while also discussing opportunities for digital infrastructure development in Nepal.
Sports Shyam Tamang triumphs at Pilot Golfers Amateur Golf Tournament Shyam Tamang was crowned champion in the Men's category at the Pilot Golfers Amateur Championship held on November 22-23 at the Royal Nepal Golf Club in Kathmandu.
World Fighting between armed sectarian groups in restive northwestern Pakistan kills at least 33 people Fighting between armed Sunni and Shiite groups in northwestern Pakistan killed at least 33 people and injured 25 others, a senior police officer from the region said Saturday.
Business Power from Sanjen Hydropower Project connected to national grid The power produced by the Sanjen Hydropower Project has been connected to the national grid. The first unit of power from the project was connected to the national grid on Friday evening.
