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
Bhaktapur Hospital to provide free treatment for uterine prolapse Bhaktapur Hospital to provide free treatment for uterine prolapse Bhaktapur Hospital has arranged for free of cost treatment and surgery for those suffering from uterine prolapse. Bhaktapur Hospital has arranged for free of cost treatment and surgery for those suffering from uterine prolapse. Health 16 May, 2024
Govt has not done enough to ensure women's health and reproductive rights Govt has not done enough to ensure women's health and reproductive rights Stakeholders have said that the government has not made enough progress on health and reproductive rights issues and therefore, the government cannot successfully defend its positions with regard to six list of questions posed by the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women regarding Nepal's seventh periodic report. Stakeholders have said that the government has not made enough progress on health and reproductive rights issues and therefore, the government cannot successfully defend its positions with regard to six list of questions posed by the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women regarding Nepal's seventh periodic report. Health 15 May, 2024
Dengue cases surpass 11,000 over nine months in Bagmati Province Dengue cases surpass 11,000 over nine months in Bagmati Province Cases of dengue fever are prevalent in Bagmati Province, with over 11,000 positive cases confirmed in the past nine months alone. Cases of dengue fever are prevalent in Bagmati Province, with over 11,000 positive cases confirmed in the past nine months alone. Health 05 May, 2024
UN approves an updated cholera vaccine that could help fight a surge in cases UN approves an updated cholera vaccine that could help fight a surge in cases The vaccine was shown to be help preventing the diarrheal disease in late stage research conducted in Nepal. The vaccine was shown to be help preventing the diarrheal disease in late stage research conducted in Nepal. Health 19 Apr, 2024
Beware of dengue, urges Ministry Beware of dengue, urges Ministry With the increase in temperatures, cases of dengue infections have also surged. With the increase in temperatures, cases of dengue infections have also surged. Health 03 Apr, 2024
Two Kala-azar cases found in Jhapa Two Kala-azar cases found in Jhapa Two new cases of Kala-azar have been confirmed in Jhapa, a district in the Terai region of Koshi Province. Similar cases have been reported in previous years as well. Two new cases of Kala-azar have been confirmed in Jhapa, a district in the Terai region of Koshi Province. Similar cases have been reported in previous years as well. Health 03 Apr, 2024
Rare diseases in Nepal: Lack of resources and medicines multiply the patients' hardships Rare diseases in Nepal: Lack of resources and medicines multiply the patients'... World Health Organization (WHO) delineated rare diseases as conditions affecting a small fraction of the population, specifically fewer than 1 in 2,000 individuals within a given populace. World Health Organization (WHO) delineated rare diseases as conditions affecting a small fraction of the population, specifically fewer than 1 in 2,000 individuals within a given populace. Health 27 Feb, 2024
Immunization against Measles and Rubella to begin on Feb 25 Immunization against Measles and Rubella to begin on Feb 25 The government has launched the immunization campaign with the objective of eliminating measles and rubella by 2026. The government has launched the immunization campaign with the objective of eliminating measles and rubella by 2026. Health 21 Feb, 2024
'50% children with cancer are out of medical services' '50% children with cancer are out of medical services' Pediatric oncologist Krishna Sagar Poudel of BP Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital in Chitwan has shared that of the total cases more than 50 per cent children with cancer disease are still out of hospital's access. Pediatric oncologist Krishna Sagar Poudel of BP Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital in Chitwan has shared that of the total cases more than 50 per cent children with cancer disease are still out of hospital's access. Health 16 Feb, 2024
WHO commends Nepal for curbing trans-fatty acids in foods WHO commends Nepal for curbing trans-fatty acids in foods The World Health Organization congratulated Nepal for restricting levels of industrially produced trans-fatty acids in the food supply through a legislation, a move aimed at promoting health and saving lives. The World Health Organization congratulated Nepal for restricting levels of industrially produced trans-fatty acids in the food supply through a legislation, a move aimed at promoting health and saving lives. Health 15 Feb, 2024
Kathmandu CoAS Sigdel issues directive for peaceful conduct of HoR election Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) Ashok Raj Sigdel has issued a special directive to ensure that the upcoming March 5 election to the House of Representatives be held in a peaceful manner.
Nepal 18.23 million ballot papers printed for 142 constituencies The Election Commission Nepal has printed 18.23 million ballot papers for 142 House of Representatives (HoR) constituencies across 66 districts as of Saturday.
Lifestyle Maha Shivaratri satsang and meditation programme to be held in Kathmandu A special programme featuring satsang, aarti, meditation and celebration will be organised in the Capital on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri.
Nepal Record-holding Chinese climber, Sherpas felicitated for first ascent of two peaks Record-holding Chinese mountaineer He Jing along with Sherpa climbers have been felicitated in the Capital after they returned from the historic first winter ascent of two virgin peaks in Western Nepal.
Sports Millsberry crowned champions of 9th Kasthamandap Inter A-Level Basketball Tournament Millsberry were crowned champions of the 9th Kasthamandap Inter A-Level Boys’ Basketball Tournament on Friday, securing the title after an impressive run throughout the competition.
World Bangladesh Nationalist Party claims victory in country's first election since 2024 uprising The Bangladesh Nationalist Party has claimed victory in the country’s first election since the 2024 uprising, positioning itself to form the next government and potentially reshape Bangladesh’s political landscape after years of intense rivalry and disputed polls.
Kailali-1 to be interesting as spousal rift likely to influence contest Following the Tikapur incident, Kailali Constituency-1 became a stronghold for Resham Chaudhary in the House of Representatives elections.
Business Govt spends just 15.62% of capital budget in seven months The government has spent just 15.62 per cent of its capital budget in the first seven months of the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to data from the Financial Comptroller General Office (FCGO).
Nepal Solukhumbu's Solududhkunda Municipality tops Koshi Province in local govt performance Solududhkunda Municipality in Solukhumbu has emerged as the top-performing local government in Koshi Province, securing 78.50 points in the Fiscal Year 2081/82 (2024/25) assessment conducted by the National Natural Resources and Fiscal Commission.
