Ugandan medics now tackling Ebola say they lack supplies Ugandan medics now tackling Ebola say they lack supplies BWERA, UGANDA: The isolation ward for Ebola patients is a tent erected in the garden of the local hospital. Gloves are given out sparingly to health workers. And when the... BWERA, UGANDA: The isolation ward for Ebola patients is a tent erected in the garden of the local... Environment 16 Jun, 2019
UN says Ebola outbreak in Congo still not a global emergency UN says Ebola outbreak in Congo still not a global emergency GENEVA: The World Health Organization on Friday said the Ebola outbreak in Congo — which spilled into Uganda this week — is an “extraordinary event†of deep... GENEVA: The World Health Organization on Friday said the Ebola outbreak in Congo — which spilled into... Environment 15 Jun, 2019
New York ends religious exemption to vaccine mandates New York ends religious exemption to vaccine mandates ALBANY: New York eliminated the religious exemption to vaccine requirements for schoolchildren Thursday, as the nation’s worst measles outbreak in decades prompts states... ALBANY: New York eliminated the religious exemption to vaccine requirements for schoolchildren Thursday,... Environment 14 Jun, 2019
‘Painkillers no panacea for headache’ ‘Painkillers no panacea for headache’ Migraine headaches are common in female because of hormonal influences Kathmandu, June 11 Taking painkillers to relieve headache is harmful to health, warn health... Migraine headaches are common in female because of hormonal influences Kathmandu, June 11 Taking... Environment 12 Jun, 2019
Medical pot laws no answer for US opioid deaths, study finds Medical pot laws no answer for US opioid deaths, study finds A new study shoots down the notion that medical marijuana laws can prevent opioid overdose deaths, challenging a favourite talking point of legal pot... A new study shoots down the notion that medical marijuana laws can prevent opioid overdose deaths,... Environment 11 Jun, 2019
Humans gave leprosy to armadillos – now they are giving it back to us Humans gave leprosy to armadillos – now they are giving it back to us Leprosy is an ancient disease, the oldest disease known to be associated with humans, with evidence of characteristic bone pitting and deformities found in burial sites in... Leprosy is an ancient disease, the oldest disease known to be associated with humans, with evidence of... Environment 10 Jun, 2019
Scientists feel chill of crackdown on fetal tissue research Scientists feel chill of crackdown on fetal tissue research WASHINGTON: To save babies from brain-damaging birth defects, University of Pittsburgh scientist Carolyn Coyne studies placentas from fetuses that otherwise would be... WASHINGTON: To save babies from brain-damaging birth defects, University of Pittsburgh scientist Carolyn... Environment 09 Jun, 2019
One in four Ebola cases undetected in Congo: WHO One in four Ebola cases undetected in Congo: WHO GENEVA: Roughly a quarter of Ebola infections in eastern Congo are estimated to be going undetected or found too late, a World Health Organization (WHO) expert said on... GENEVA: Roughly a quarter of Ebola infections in eastern Congo are estimated to be going undetected or... Environment 07 Jun, 2019
NKorea ignores calls for joint African swine efforts: Seoul NKorea ignores calls for joint African swine efforts: Seoul SEOUL: South Korea said Wednesday North Korea has so far ignored its calls for joint efforts to stem the spread of highly contagious African swine fever following an... SEOUL: South Korea said Wednesday North Korea has so far ignored its calls for joint efforts to stem the... Environment 05 Jun, 2019
Nipah virus resurfaces in India's Kerala after killing 17 last year Nipah virus resurfaces in India's Kerala after killing 17 last year NEW DELHI: The deadly brain-damaging Nipah virus has resurfaced in the southern Indian state of Kerala a year after it killed 17 people, state officials said on... NEW DELHI: The deadly brain-damaging Nipah virus has resurfaced in the southern Indian state of... Environment 05 Jun, 2019
Perk up: California says coffee cancer risk insignificant Perk up: California says coffee cancer risk insignificant LOS ANGELES: California officially gave its blessing to coffee Monday, declaring the beverage does not pose a "significant" cancer risk. The rule, proposed a year ago by... LOS ANGELES: California officially gave its blessing to coffee Monday, declaring the beverage does not... Environment 04 Jun, 2019
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 worsening... CHICAGO: AstraZeneca and Merck & Co's Lynparza helped patients with advanced pancreatic cancer who... 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
Business Storm damages bananas worth over 40 million in Chitwan A powerful storm that struck Chitwan on March 16 has caused damage to banana crops worth over Rs 40 million, officials said.
Nepal PM Karki visits Janaki Temple Prime Minister Sushila Karki today visited and performed worship at the famous religious site Janaki Temple in Janakpurdham.
Environment NDRRMA urges caution as heavy rain, snowfall and storms forecast The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has urged the public to remain on high alert as heavy rainfall, snowfall and strong winds are forecast in various parts of the country over the next few days.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 7,800 per tola in a day The price of gold in the domestic market fell sharply by Rs 7,800 per tola on Friday, dropping below the Rs 300,000 mark after a prolonged period.
Nepal 'Samman Ghar' launched to support children of women waste workers Marking World Recycling Day, Khaalisisi, in partnership with Coca-Cola Beverages Nepal, has launched “Samman Gharâ€, a dedicated safe space for the children of women waste workers.
Nepal Tourism Dept tightens rules for Spring 2026 mountaineering season The Department of Tourism has issued a circular directing all trekking agencies operating expeditions to strictly follow revised procedures for the Spring 2026 mountaineering season, aiming to enhance safety, coordination and administrative efficiency.
Kathmandu Himalayan University Consortium Stakeholders' Retreat concludes with "Kathmandu Declaration" The Himalayan University Consortium Stakeholders’ Retreat concluded on Thursday with the “Kathmandu Declarationâ€. Hosted by Kathmandu University (KU), the retreat brought together 70 international guests, including 29 Vice-Chancellors of the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region,
Nepal President Paudel receives election report The Election Commission has handed over the House of Representatives results to President Ramchandra Paudel in the wake of successful election that took place on March 5, six months after Gen Z revolution. “The president received the election report today,†Ritesh Kumar Shakya, a spokesman for president’s office, told THT.
Opinion Conservation beyond protected areas: How Nepal is advancing 30x30 At the UN Biodiversity Summit during the 75th General Assembly in New York, Nepal proudly stated: “Twenty-three per cent of our geography has been designated as protected area, and we have achieved Aichi Target 11.
