As Nepal warms, a new health threat looms: dengue fever As Nepal warms, a new health threat looms: dengue fever POKHARA: When Rambhadur Bishwakarma began running a high fever in October, he at first wasn't overly concerned. “I thought the symptoms were of simple flu or usual... POKHARA: When Rambhadur Bishwakarma began running a high fever in October, he at first wasn't overly... Environment 25 Nov, 2018
Implant use increases by 400pc in 10 years Implant use increases by 400pc in 10 years Kathmandu, November 17 The example of Nepal shows how information can help programme designers understand some key challenges and opportunities for improving... Kathmandu, November 17 The example of Nepal shows how information can help programme designers... Environment 18 Nov, 2018
Congo ministry says Ebola outbreak worst in nation’s history Congo ministry says Ebola outbreak worst in nation’s history KINSHASA: Congo’s latest Ebola outbreak is the worst in the country’s recorded history with 319 confirmed and probable cases, the health ministry said. The... KINSHASA: Congo’s latest Ebola outbreak is the worst in the country’s recorded history with 319... Environment 11 Nov, 2018
Children dying of Ebola at unprecedented rate in Congo: health ministry Children dying of Ebola at unprecedented rate in Congo: health ministry GOMA: Children in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are dying from Ebola at an unprecedented rate due largely to poor sanitary practices at clinics run by traditional... GOMA: Children in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are dying from Ebola at an unprecedented rate... Environment 29 Oct, 2018
"Yoga essential for healthy living" "Yoga essential for healthy living" MAHOTTARI: Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Giriraj Mani Pokhrel, has described yoga as vital for living a healthy life. Inaugurating the seven-day... MAHOTTARI: Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Giriraj Mani Pokhrel, has described yoga... Environment 16 Oct, 2018
C-section births rise rapidly to more than 20 pct worldwide C-section births rise rapidly to more than 20 pct worldwide LONDON: Rates of caesarean section births almost doubled between 2000 and 2015 – from 12 to 21 percent worldwide - new research has found, with the life-saving... LONDON: Rates of caesarean section births almost doubled between 2000 and 2015 – from 12 to 21... Environment 12 Oct, 2018
India on alert as zika virus hits tourism hotspot of Jaipur India on alert as zika virus hits tourism hotspot of Jaipur NEW DELHI: India has sent experts to try to contain an outbreak of the zika virus in the popular tourist destination of Jaipur, capital of the northern state of... NEW DELHI: India has sent experts to try to contain an outbreak of the zika virus in the popular... Environment 09 Oct, 2018
WHO plays down risk to Indian children from tainted polio vaccine WHO plays down risk to Indian children from tainted polio vaccine MUMBAI: The World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Monday that there was minimal risk of children contracting the polio virus in India from a tainted batch of... MUMBAI: The World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Monday that there was minimal risk of... Environment 02 Oct, 2018
Breastfeeding cuts breast cancer risk Breastfeeding cuts breast cancer risk Kathmandu, September 29 Women who fail to breastfeed before 35 years of age are at high risk of breast cancer, say doctors. According to Dr Roshan Prajapati, medical... Kathmandu, September 29 Women who fail to breastfeed before 35 years of age are at high risk of breast... Environment 30 Sep, 2018
French bioethics body backs IVF for all women who want children French bioethics body backs IVF for all women who want children PARIS: Lesbian couples and single women who want to bear children should have access to medically assisted reproductive treatments such as in-vitro fertilisation,... PARIS: Lesbian couples and single women who want to bear children should have access to medically... Environment 26 Sep, 2018
India bans 328 combination drugs in setback for pharma companies India bans 328 combination drugs in setback for pharma companies NEW DELHI: The Indian government has banned 328 combination drugs in a blow to both domestic and foreign pharmaceutical firms, but the ban has been cheered by health... NEW DELHI: The Indian government has banned 328 combination drugs in a blow to both domestic and foreign... Environment 14 Sep, 2018
Zimbabwe declares cholera emergency in capital after death toll rises to 20 Zimbabwe declares cholera emergency in capital after death toll rises to 20 HARARE: Zimbabwe declared a cholera outbreak in the capital Harare after 20 people died from the disease and more than 2,000 were infected by drinking contaminated... HARARE: Zimbabwe declared a cholera outbreak in the capital Harare after 20 people died from the... Environment 12 Sep, 2018
Japan culls 546 hogs after detecting first swine fever outbreak in 26 years Japan culls 546 hogs after detecting first swine fever outbreak in 26 years TOKYO: Following Japan's first outbreak of swine fever in 26 years, a local government said on Tuesday it had culled 546 hogs in the centre of Honshu, the country's largest... TOKYO: Following Japan's first outbreak of swine fever in 26 years, a local government said on Tuesday it... Environment 11 Sep, 2018
Ebola fight has new science but faces old hurdles in restive Congo Ebola fight has new science but faces old hurdles in restive Congo 90 killed since outbreak started in July First confirmed death recorded in key trading hub last week Logistical challenges hamper disease control... 90 killed since outbreak started in July First confirmed death recorded in key trading hub last... Environment 10 Sep, 2018
J&J says to work on India compensation for recalled hip implants J&J says to work on India compensation for recalled hip implants MUMBAI: Johnson & Johnson (J&J) said on Friday it would work with the Indian government to compensate patients who suffered from artificial hip implants the US... MUMBAI: Johnson & Johnson (J&J) said on Friday it would work with the Indian government to... Environment 07 Sep, 2018
China reports new African swine fever case as virus spreads China reports new African swine fever case as virus spreads HONG KONG/BEIJING: China reported another outbreak of deadly African swine fever late on Monday, its third new case in two days, as the highly contagious disease spreads... HONG KONG/BEIJING: China reported another outbreak of deadly African swine fever late on Monday, its... Environment 04 Sep, 2018
Indian state battles 'rat fever' outbreak after worst floods in a century Indian state battles 'rat fever' outbreak after worst floods in a century NEW DELHI:Â The southern Indian state of Kerala is battling an outbreak of a bacterial disease that authorities suspect has killed dozens of people since mid-August... NEW DELHI:Â The southern Indian state of Kerala is battling an outbreak of a bacterial disease that... Environment 04 Sep, 2018
Manmohan Cardiothoracic Vascular and Transplant Centre performs rare open heart surgery in Nepal Manmohan Cardiothoracic Vascular and Transplant Centre performs rare open heart... KATHMANDU: A team led by Dr Anil Bhattarai has successfully performed a rare open heart surgery of a patient with 'Type A aortic dissection with pregnancy' at Manmohan... KATHMANDU: A team led by Dr Anil Bhattarai has successfully performed a rare open heart surgery of a... Environment 24 Aug, 2018
WH Group shuts China slaughterhouse for 6 weeks after African swine fever discovery WH Group shuts China slaughterhouse for 6 weeks after African swine fever discovery Case at Zhengzhou slaughterhouse is second in China Stirs concerns about spread across world's largest pig herd WH Group shares up 1.2 pct of Fri after 10 pct... Case at Zhengzhou slaughterhouse is second in China Stirs concerns about spread across world's... Environment 17 Aug, 2018
Nepal among six nations certified for controlling rubella Nepal among six nations certified for controlling rubella Last year, Bhutan and Maldives became the first two countries to eliminate measles Kathmandu, August 4 In a significant win against childhood killer diseases, two... Last year, Bhutan and Maldives became the first two countries to eliminate measles Kathmandu, August... Environment 05 Aug, 2018
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.
