Lalitpur reports 38 cholera cases out of 50 nationwide Lalitpur reports 38 cholera cases out of 50 nationwide The number of cholera patients has increased in recent times with 38 cases in Lalitpur district alone. The number of cholera patients has increased in recent times with 38 cases in Lalitpur district alone. Health 14 Aug, 2024
Health Ministry intensifies efforts to control Cholera and Dengue outbreaks Health Ministry intensifies efforts to control Cholera and Dengue outbreaks Following Minister Paudel's directive, the Ministry promptly advanced both short-term and long-term strategies. Following Minister Paudel's directive, the Ministry promptly advanced both short-term and long-term strategies. Health 13 Aug, 2024
Dengue, cholera cases becoming rampant nationwide Dengue, cholera cases becoming rampant nationwide The number of cholera and dengue cases has increased throughout the nation. However, cholera has only been reported in five districts. Each district has a distinct focal outbreak that is unrelated to the others. The number of cholera and dengue cases has increased throughout the nation. However, cholera has only been reported in five districts. Each district has a distinct focal outbreak that is unrelated to the others. Health 11 Aug, 2024
Health Ministry working to contain dengue outbreak, Minister claims Health Ministry working to contain dengue outbreak, Minister claims Minister for Health and Population Pradip Poudel has stated that the ministry was working for the prevention and control of the dengue virus. Minister for Health and Population Pradip Poudel has stated that the ministry was working for the prevention and control of the dengue virus. Health 24 Jul, 2024
After a decade of eradication, polio virus detected again in Kathmandu After a decade of eradication, polio virus detected again in Kathmandu Polio virus has been found in drain water in Kathmandu. Polio virus has been found in drain water in Kathmandu. Health 19 Jul, 2024
World Skin Health Day commemorated with 'Skin Health for All' in Nepal World Skin Health Day commemorated with 'Skin Health for All' in Nepal World Skin Health Day, a global initiative by the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) and the International Society of Dermatology (ISD) on July 8, aims to educate people about the importance of skin and promote actions for global skin health. World Skin Health Day, a global initiative by the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) and the International Society of Dermatology (ISD) on July 8, aims to educate people about the importance of skin and promote actions for global skin health. Health 09 Jul, 2024
World Skin Health Day 2024 to highlight 'Skin Health for All' World Skin Health Day 2024 to highlight 'Skin Health for All' The day is dedicated to enhancing global awareness of skin health, understanding skin diseases, and expanding access to dermatological services. The day is dedicated to enhancing global awareness of skin health, understanding skin diseases, and expanding access to dermatological services. Health 07 Jul, 2024
Denmark recalls spicy South Korean noodles over health concerns Denmark recalls spicy South Korean noodles over health concerns Food authorities in Denmark have recalled three types of spicy instant noodle products imported from South Korea over possible risks for “acute poisoning.” Consumers are asked to discard them or return the noodles to the retailer. Food authorities in Denmark have recalled three types of spicy instant noodle products imported from South Korea over possible risks for “acute poisoning.” Consumers are asked to discard them or return the noodles to the retailer. Health 13 Jun, 2024
Impact of climate change on vector-borne diseases in Nepal Impact of climate change on vector-borne diseases in Nepal With the recent rise in global temperatures, Nepal is among several nations severly impacted by climate change. With the recent rise in global temperatures, Nepal is among several nations severly impacted by climate change. Health 05 Jun, 2024
IPV vaccination against polio begins today IPV vaccination against polio begins today The Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) vaccination campaign against polio has started across the country today. A total of 1.46 million children are being vaccinated under the campaign,. The Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) vaccination campaign against polio has started across the country today. A total of 1.46 million children are being vaccinated under the campaign,. Health 26 May, 2024
New sub-variant of omicron coronavirus confirmed in Nepal New sub-variant of omicron coronavirus confirmed in Nepal A new sub-variant of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus has been discovered in Nepal. A new sub-variant of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus has been discovered in Nepal. Health 24 May, 2024
14% of country's health equipment remains unused 14% of country's health equipment remains unused As much as 14 percent of the total health equipment in the country remains unused, a study has revealed. As much as 14 percent of the total health equipment in the country remains unused, a study has revealed. Health 20 May, 2024
Bhaktapur Hospital to provide free treatment for uterine prolapse Bhaktapur Hospital to provide free treatment for uterine prolapse Bhaktapur Hospital has arranged for free of cost treatment and surgery for those suffering from uterine prolapse. Bhaktapur Hospital has arranged for free of cost treatment and surgery for those suffering from uterine prolapse. Health 16 May, 2024
Govt has not done enough to ensure women's health and reproductive rights Govt has not done enough to ensure women's health and reproductive rights Stakeholders have said that the government has not made enough progress on health and reproductive rights issues and therefore, the government cannot successfully defend its positions with regard to six list of questions posed by the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women regarding Nepal's seventh periodic report. Stakeholders have said that the government has not made enough progress on health and reproductive rights issues and therefore, the government cannot successfully defend its positions with regard to six list of questions posed by the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women regarding Nepal's seventh periodic report. Health 15 May, 2024
Dengue cases surpass 11,000 over nine months in Bagmati Province Dengue cases surpass 11,000 over nine months in Bagmati Province Cases of dengue fever are prevalent in Bagmati Province, with over 11,000 positive cases confirmed in the past nine months alone. Cases of dengue fever are prevalent in Bagmati Province, with over 11,000 positive cases confirmed in the past nine months alone. Health 05 May, 2024
UN approves an updated cholera vaccine that could help fight a surge in cases UN approves an updated cholera vaccine that could help fight a surge in cases The vaccine was shown to be help preventing the diarrheal disease in late stage research conducted in Nepal. The vaccine was shown to be help preventing the diarrheal disease in late stage research conducted in Nepal. Health 19 Apr, 2024
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
Kathmandu Deuba and Oli hold first meeting since Gen Z protests According to Deuba’s secretariat, the former prime ministers discussed contemporary political developments during the meeting.
World China's Xi and France's Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron touched down in Beijing Wednesday evening.
Sports Shai Hope and Justin Greaves defy a depleted New Zealand team on the 4th day of the 1st test At stumps, Hope was 116 not out, Greaves was 55 not out and the West Indies were 212-4, trailing New Zealand by 319 runs.
World Putin and Modi held talks and announce expansion of Russia-India trade ties amid US pressure Putin was received by Modi at an airport in New Delhi on Thursday.
Sports Lumbini Lions seal playoff berth with four-wicket win over Janakpur Bolts Lumbini Lions defeated the Janakpur Bolts by four wickets to secure a place in the playoffs of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2025.
Nepal Government invests over Rs 930 billion in different public entities The government has invested Rs 930.88 billion in the form of shares and loan in 159 different public corporations and bodies till fiscal year 2024/25.
Nepal International Volunteer Day and World Soil Day being observed today International Volunteer Day (IVD) and World Soil Day, are being observed globally every year on December 5 at the call of the United Nations.
Nepal EC calls for applications under proportional representation category The Election Commission (EC) has called on political parties wishing to contest the proportional representation (PR) category for the March 5 House of Representatives election to submit their applications between December 7 and 9, from 10 am to 4 pm.
Nepal PM Karki calls all-party meeting for 4pm today Prime Minister Sushila Karki has called an all-side meeting for 4 pm today to discuss preparations for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, according to the PM’s Secretariat.
