How to save your kidneys: Detect the disease early on World Kidney Day was marked Thursday with the theme “Are Your Kidneys OK? – Detect early, protect kidney health”. This sends the message that kidney disease can be detected before it becomes serious. If not, it can lead to 'kidney failure'. Opinion 14 Mar, 2025
Health Minister Paudel stresses the need for disease prevention strategy Minister for Health and Population, Pradip Paudel, has emphasized the need for a comprehensive strategy to prevent diseases among citizens. Kathmandu 13 Feb, 2025
Nepal Ausadhi Limited receives GMP certificate Nepal Ausadhi Limited has been awarded with the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certificate, meeting the World Health Organization (WHO) standards for pharmaceutical manufacturing. Nepal 04 Feb, 2025
Grocery Shopping in Kathmandu: A Parent's Battle Against Unhealthy Temptations Grocery shopping in Kathmandu has become more than just a routine task for parents—it is a battle against the unhealthy temptations cleverly placed in stores. Opinion 23 Dec, 2024
Battle of the bulge: More than just waist line When you look around and ‘picture’ successful people with big waistlines, you’d sure think that bulging ‘middles’ represent good fortune and prosperity, all right. Opinion 19 Dec, 2024
Children form heart of Dr Bhagwan's project of passion Prof Dr Bhagawan Koirala — a name that needs no introduction for us — this renowned heart surgeon of Nepal has operated on more than 14,000 hearts and served hundreds of thousands of people over the years. He is also known for pioneering open-heart surgery in Nepal while also heading the country’s Shahid Gangalal National Heart Centre. Lifestyle 06 Oct, 2024
12,644 confirmed dengue cases, six deaths While approximately two million people are expected to leave the Kathmandu Valley during Dashain, and the Department of Transportation has issued 20-point directives to ensure safe and hassle-free travel, dengue fever could cause problems during Dashain if safety precautions are not taken, as dengue fever has spread to 76 districts so far. Nepal 26 Sep, 2024
Air pollution and public health: From evidence to action Air pollution is everywhere. This has severe impacts on human health and entire ecosystems. Contributing directly to climate crisis, evidence suggests that air pollution disproportionally affects children, the elderly and socially marginalised populations. Despite notable progress, the existing efforts at tackling air pollution are not enough to ensure clean air for all. Opinion 23 Sep, 2024
Inmates in Central Jail hit by mental illness The Central Jail Hospital in Jagannath Dewal, Sundhara, has become a referral centre for sick prisoners from across the country. Since treatment is not available in other prisons, this hospital has become a "referral centre" for inmates throughout the country. Nepal 10 Sep, 2024
Nepal faces heightened dengue outbreak risks amid monsoon-related disasters With the monsoon rain hammering Nepal, health stakeholders are warning of a potential dengue outbreak across the country. Nepal 10 Jul, 2024
Prepare now to help people age well: ADB The longer lifespans that reflect the development success of developing Asia and the Pacific are posing increasing challenges to secure the well-being of the rapidly ageing population. Lifestyle 04 May, 2024
Fix the vexation: To ease the fizzy storm Annoyance, vexation or anger are natural, instinctive responses to external, or internal, triggers. Opinion 18 Apr, 2024
