Central America's dengue epidemic deadly in Honduras Central America's dengue epidemic deadly in Honduras TEGUCIGALPA: In a ward usually reserved for juvenile burn victims, children lay listlessly under mosquito nets next to worried parents. On a recent day, 9-year-old Carlos... TEGUCIGALPA: In a ward usually reserved for juvenile burn victims, children lay listlessly under mosquito... Environment 20 Sep, 2019
Study finds air pollution reaches placenta during pregnancy Study finds air pollution reaches placenta during pregnancy WASHINGTON: A new study suggests when a pregnant woman breathes in air pollution, it can travel beyond her lungs to the placenta that guards her fetus. Pollution... WASHINGTON: A new study suggests when a pregnant woman breathes in air pollution, it can travel beyond... Environment 18 Sep, 2019
Health experts back treatment for kids with peanut allergy Health experts back treatment for kids with peanut allergy WASHINGTON: Government experts on Friday backed an experimental treatment for children with peanut allergies that could become the first federally approved option for... WASHINGTON: Government experts on Friday backed an experimental treatment for children with peanut... Environment 14 Sep, 2019
Five confirmed cholera deaths in Sudan since Aug 28 Five confirmed cholera deaths in Sudan since Aug 28 KHARTOUM: There have been five confirmed deaths from cholera in Sudan's Blue Nile state since Aug 28, the health ministry said in a statement. The ministry reported... KHARTOUM: There have been five confirmed deaths from cholera in Sudan's Blue Nile state since Aug 28,... Environment 14 Sep, 2019
A gene-editing first: scientists tried CRISPR to fight HIV A gene-editing first: scientists tried CRISPR to fight HIV Scientists are reporting the first use of the gene-editing tool CRISPR to try to cure a patient's HIV infection by providing blood cells that were altered to resist the... Scientists are reporting the first use of the gene-editing tool CRISPR to try to cure a patient's HIV... Environment 12 Sep, 2019
Trump administration seeks ban on flavored e-cigarettes to combat youth addiction Trump administration seeks ban on flavored e-cigarettes to combat youth addiction WASHINGTON/LOS ANGELES: The Trump administration announced plans on Wednesday to remove all flavoured e-cigarettes from store shelves in a widening crackdown on vaping, as... WASHINGTON/LOS ANGELES: The Trump administration announced plans on Wednesday to remove all flavoured... Environment 12 Sep, 2019
Veterans with PTSD, anxiety turn to beekeeping for relief Veterans with PTSD, anxiety turn to beekeeping for relief MANCHESTER: Gently lifting a wooden frame containing dozens of Italian honeybees, Vince Ylitalo seemed transfixed as he and several other veterans inspected the buzzing... MANCHESTER: Gently lifting a wooden frame containing dozens of Italian honeybees, Vince Ylitalo seemed... Environment 11 Sep, 2019
Rising risk: Flood damage now a mental health threat in Britain Rising risk: Flood damage now a mental health threat in Britain LONDON: People in Britain whose homes are damaged by floods, storms or other wild weather are 50% more likely to suffer mental health problems such as depression or... LONDON: People in Britain whose homes are damaged by floods, storms or other wild weather are 50%... Environment 05 Sep, 2019
Ebola survivors face kidney problems and risk of premature death Ebola survivors face kidney problems and risk of premature death LONDON: People who survive Ebola virus infection face a dramatically higher risk of dying - probably from severe kidney damage - within a year of leaving the hospital,... LONDON: People who survive Ebola virus infection face a dramatically higher risk of dying - probably... Environment 05 Sep, 2019
Ebola death toll in east Congo outbreak climbs above 2,000 Ebola death toll in east Congo outbreak climbs above 2,000 Death toll tops 2,000; confirmed & probable cases above 3,000 Teams struggling to curb virus in remote, conflict-hit areas Congo girl dies in neighbouring... Death toll tops 2,000; confirmed & probable cases above 3,000 Teams struggling to curb virus in... Environment 31 Aug, 2019
Global measles cases three times higher than last year: WHO Global measles cases three times higher than last year: WHO GENEVA: Every region in the world, except the Americas, is experiencing an increase in the number of cases of measles, a vaccine-preventable disease that can kill or... GENEVA: Every region in the world, except the Americas, is experiencing an increase in the number of... Environment 29 Aug, 2019
'Make regulations to ensure reproductive health rights' 'Make regulations to ensure reproductive health rights' As regulations have not been formulated till date, there is no uniformity in service charges at health facilities Kathmandu, August 26 Although the Parliament endorsed... As regulations have not been formulated till date, there is no uniformity in service charges at health... Environment 27 Aug, 2019
One more STIDH staffer diagnosed with dengue One more STIDH staffer diagnosed with dengue Kathmandu, August 23 One more staffer of Sukraraj Tropical and Infectious Disease Hospital was found to have been infected with dengue virus. With this, the number of... Kathmandu, August 23 One more staffer of Sukraraj Tropical and Infectious Disease Hospital was found... Environment 24 Aug, 2019
Don't worry about drinking microplastics in water: UN Don't worry about drinking microplastics in water: UN GENEVA: The World Health Organization says the levels of microplastics in drinking water don't appear to be risky, but that research has been spotty and more is needed into... GENEVA: The World Health Organization says the levels of microplastics in drinking water don't appear to... Environment 22 Aug, 2019
Fifty-five dengue cases reported in Kathmandu valley Fifty-five dengue cases reported in Kathmandu valley Kathmandu, August 21 Number of patients suffering from dengue reached 55 in Kathmandu valley. Epidemiology and Disease Control Division revealed that these patients have... Kathmandu, August 21 Number of patients suffering from dengue reached 55 in Kathmandu valley.... Environment 22 Aug, 2019
Can air pollution trigger depression and schizophrenia? Can air pollution trigger depression and schizophrenia? LONDON: Air pollution chokes lungs and shortens lives but is also linked to a higher risk of mental illnesses, said researchers on Tuesday in a study based on health... LONDON: Air pollution chokes lungs and shortens lives but is also linked to a higher risk of mental... Environment 21 Aug, 2019
Congo to use second vaccine to fight Ebola Congo to use second vaccine to fight Ebola KINSHASA: The head of Congo's Ebola response says another vaccine will be used to fight the outbreak that has killed more than 1,800 people in a year. Dr Jean-Jaques... KINSHASA: The head of Congo's Ebola response says another vaccine will be used to fight the outbreak that... Environment 20 Aug, 2019
Drug deptt warns it will scrap licence Drug deptt warns it will scrap licence Kathmandu, August 19 Department of Drug Administration, issuing a notice today, warned retailers and wholesale pharmacies that their licence would be scrapped if they... Kathmandu, August 19 Department of Drug Administration, issuing a notice today, warned retailers and... Environment 20 Aug, 2019
Twenty-four school children infected Twenty-four school children infected Kathmandu, August 17 Twenty-four students from among 73 schools in Kathmandu district were found infected with lymphatic filariasis, commonly known as elephantiasis, a... Kathmandu, August 17 Twenty-four students from among 73 schools in Kathmandu district were found... Environment 18 Aug, 2019
Ebola 'no longer incurable' as Congo trial finds drugs boost survival Ebola 'no longer incurable' as Congo trial finds drugs boost survival LONDON: Scientists are a step closer to being able to cure the deadly Ebola hemorrhagic fever after two experimental drugs showed survival rates of as much as 90% in a... LONDON: Scientists are a step closer to being able to cure the deadly Ebola hemorrhagic fever after two... Environment 14 Aug, 2019
Nepal EC intensifies code of conduct enforcement With 33 days remaining until the March 5 House of Representatives elections, the Election Commission (EC) has stepped up monitoring to ensure strict enforcement of the Election Code of Conduct, 2082.
Business Baglung produces oranges worth around Rs 270 million Baglung district has produced oranges worth around Rs 270 million this year, marking an increase of Rs 4.4 million compared to last year.
Business Birgunj Customs records food imports worth Rs 11.57 billion in first half of FY 2082/83 The Birgunj Customs Office recorded food imports worth Rs 11.57 billion in the first half of the current fiscal year 2082/83 BS, slightly lower than the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year.
Nepal Sample ballot papers unveiled; Kathmandu to have largest size The Election Commission (EC) on Friday unveiled sample ballot papers for all districts and electoral constituencies ahead of the March 5 House of Representatives elections, as part of its voter education initiative.
Nepal Daraz announces '2.2 Fabulous February' sale with discounts up to 70% Daraz Nepal has announced its ‘2.2 Fabulous February’ sale, offering discounts of up to 70 percent across multiple product categories.
Kathmandu Nepal–France collaboration launches AI-based river flow forecasting system Blue Water Intelligence (BWI) has launched machine learning-enabled river flow forecasting and early warning services in Nepal under the HydroNepal Project, marking a milestone in Nepal–France cooperation on water and energy security.
Kathmandu 4th JICA Chair focuses on strengthening maternal and child health in Nepal The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Nepal Office, in collaboration with Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital and the Institute of Medicine, organized the 4th JICA Chair on January 29, focusing on maternal and child health (MCH).
Business Singapore Airlines to deploy wide-body aircraft on Kathmandu route in spring Singapore Airlines (SIA) will operate wide-body aircraft on two of its seven weekly flights between Singapore and Kathmandu during Nepal’s spring season from March to April 2026 to meet increased passenger demand.
Sports Champions League draw: Real Madrid faces Benfica again, PSG vs. Monaco and Bodø/Glimt vs. Inter Real Madrid faces an immediate rematch with Benfica after the teams were drawn together in the Champions League playoffs on Friday.
