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
Narayani Hospital experiences 23pc surge in patient influx Narayani Hospital experiences 23pc surge in patient influx The Birgunj-based Narayani Hospital has witnessed significant rise in patients' flow since the hospital launched specialized services. The Birgunj-based Narayani Hospital has witnessed significant rise in patients' flow since the hospital launched specialized services. Health 10 Feb, 2024
One percent children born with congenital heart issues One percent children born with congenital heart issues One percent of the children have congenital heart disease, said Dr Urmila Shakya, senior pediatric cardiologist at the Sahid Gangalal National Heart Centre here. One percent of the children have congenital heart disease, said Dr Urmila Shakya, senior pediatric cardiologist at the Sahid Gangalal National Heart Centre here. Health 09 Feb, 2024
Nepal receives over 6 million doses of rubella, measles vaccines from GAVI Nepal receives over 6 million doses of rubella, measles vaccines from GAVI Nepal has recently received 6 million 50 thousand doses of vaccines against measles and rubella. Nepal has recently received 6 million 50 thousand doses of vaccines against measles and rubella. Health 05 Feb, 2024
Human Organ Transplant Centre conducts 1,200 kidney transplants in 11 years Human Organ Transplant Centre conducts 1,200 kidney transplants in 11 years The Human Organ Transplant Centre under the Ministry of Health and Population has created a history by successfully conducting 1,200 kidney transplants in the last 11 years. The Human Organ Transplant Centre under the Ministry of Health and Population has created a history by successfully conducting 1,200 kidney transplants in the last 11 years. Health 02 Feb, 2024
2024 Global Appeal calls for well-informed public to 'Break Chains of Discrimination' against Leprosy 2024 Global Appeal calls for well-informed public to 'Break Chains of Discrimination'... Sasakawa Leprosy (Hansen's Disease) Initiative has partnered with the World Health Organization to co-host the launch of the 2024 Global Appeal to end stigma and discrimination against persons affected by leprosy at WHO headquarters in Geneva on January 31, 2024. Sasakawa Leprosy (Hansen's Disease) Initiative has partnered with the World Health Organization to co-host the launch of the 2024 Global Appeal to end stigma and discrimination against persons affected by leprosy at WHO headquarters in Geneva on January 31, 2024. Health 01 Feb, 2024
Cameroon starts world's first malaria vaccine program for children Cameroon starts world's first malaria vaccine program for children Cameroon will be the first country to routinely give children a new malaria vaccine as the shots are rolled out in Africa. Cameroon will be the first country to routinely give children a new malaria vaccine as the shots are rolled out in Africa. Health 28 Jan, 2024
Minister pledges to resolve issues of BPKIHS from senate meeting Minister pledges to resolve issues of BPKIHS from senate meeting Minister for Health and Population Mohan Bahadur Basnet has pledged to summon the senate meeting of the BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS) to address the recent challenges Institute facing. Minister for Health and Population Mohan Bahadur Basnet has pledged to summon the senate meeting of the BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS) to address the recent challenges Institute facing. Health 19 Jan, 2024
Health ministry operating biomedical workshop in all provinces Health ministry operating biomedical workshop in all provinces The Ministry of Health and Population has started repairing the damaged medical equipment and appliances at various hospitals in the country for using them. The Ministry of Health and Population has started repairing the damaged medical equipment and appliances at various hospitals in the country for using them. Health 14 Jan, 2024
COVID-19 found among India-returnees COVID-19 found among India-returnees Coronavirus infection is found among the Nepalis returning home from different cities of India. Coronavirus infection is found among the Nepalis returning home from different cities of India. Health 08 Jan, 2024
Medical equipment received in grant during COVID-19 becomes useless Medical equipment received in grant during COVID-19 becomes useless Health-related equipment received in grants from different donor agencies during the COVID-19 pandemic has become useless. Health-related equipment received in grants from different donor agencies during the COVID-19 pandemic has become useless. Health 04 Jan, 2024
Health Ministry cautions of new Covid-19 sub-variant JN.1, urges precautions Health Ministry cautions of new Covid-19 sub-variant JN.1, urges precautions The Ministry of Health and Population has cautioned the public regarding the new Covid-19 sub-variant JN.1, which is currently spreading in several countries globally, including neighboring nations. The Ministry of Health and Population has cautioned the public regarding the new Covid-19 sub-variant JN.1, which is currently spreading in several countries globally, including neighboring nations. Health 03 Jan, 2024
Nepal to be developed as medical hub: Minister Basnet Nepal to be developed as medical hub: Minister Basnet Minister for Health and Population, Mohan Bahadur Basnet, has said Nepal is going to be developed as a 'medical hub' for learning medical education. Minister for Health and Population, Mohan Bahadur Basnet, has said Nepal is going to be developed as a 'medical hub' for learning medical education. Health 27 Nov, 2023
Measles deaths worldwide jumped 40% last year, health agencies say Measles deaths worldwide jumped 40% last year, health agencies say The number of measles cases also rose by nearly 20% after immunization levels dropped to their lowest in 15 years during the pandemic, the agencies said. The number of measles cases also rose by nearly 20% after immunization levels dropped to their lowest in 15 years during the pandemic, the agencies said. Health 17 Nov, 2023
1,152 scrub typhus cases in Sudurpaschim Province in two months 1,152 scrub typhus cases in Sudurpaschim Province in two months At least 1,152 cases of scrub typhus were recorded in Sudurpaschim Province in the past two months alone. At least 1,152 cases of scrub typhus were recorded in Sudurpaschim Province in the past two months alone. Health 10 Oct, 2023
Sports Sociedad beats Atletico on penalties to win Copa del Rey. American coach Matarazzo lifts 1st title Atletico will now turn its focus to the Champions League semifinal against Arsenal staring later this month.
Sports Nepal defeats Italy to register first win in ICC Women's T20 Challenge Trophy Nepal has secured its first win in the ICC Women's Twenty20 Challenge Trophy, defeating Italy by 50 runs in a match played at the Rwanda Cricket Stadium in Rwanda today.
Sports Rinku Singh comes to the rescue as Kolkata beats Rajasthan by 4 wickets for its first IPL win In Sunday’s evening game, IPL leader Punjab Kings hosted Lucknow Super Giants in New Chandigarh.
World Trump says US negotiators will head to Pakistan on Monday for talks with Iran Iranian officials earlier on Sunday held firm that ships wouldn't pass while the U.S. blockade remained in effect.
Business Processed fuels cost more than crude oil: NOC According to data cited by the NOC, as of April 16, 2026, the price of crude oil stood at 99.6 US dollars per barrel, while petrol was priced at 139.3 US dollars and diesel at 228.1 US dollars.
Business Ncell launches 'Pahilo SIM' offer for SEE students Ncell has introduced a special ‘Pahilo SIM’ package targeting students who have appeared in the Secondary Education Examination (SEE), offering bundled telecom, learning and gaming services at a subsidised rate.
Nepal Demolition drive targets encroached structures along Birgunj's main road The Road Division Office, Hetauda, launched a demolition drive in Birgunj early Sunday morning, pulling down structures built in encroachment of the main road under the Tribhuvan Highway.
Nepal Verify social media information before sharing: Minister Timilsina Minister for Communications and Information Technology Bikram Timilsina has urged the public to verify information circulating on social media, stating that not all content shared online is accurate or authentic.
World Iran doubles down on closing the Strait of Hormuz as the ceasefire inches toward expiration Iran doubled down on its pledge to restrict ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place, as mediators scrambled to secure further talks before the ceasefire expires this week.
