Nepali Congress Launches Relief Effort for Flood-Hit Districts
In a move to support communities affected by the recent floods and landslides in Rasuwa, Dhading, and Nuwakot districts, the Nepali Congress has initiated a relief campaign. The ef…
Tihar Celebrations Raise Concerns Over Fireworks Safety in Nepal
Fireworks and firecrackers used during Tihar celebrations in Nepal pose risks to vulnerable populations, including children, the elderly, and animals. The festival, which is tradit…
Government Establishes Committee for Talks with Dr. Govinda KC
The Nepalese government has formed a four-member committee to engage in discussions with renowned medical education reform advocate Dr. Govinda KC. The committee, led by Joint Secr…
Government Launches Nationwide Vitamin A and Deworming Initiative for Children
In a two-day campaign, the government of Nepal is administering vitamin A capsules and deworming medicines to children across the country. The program aims to provide essential nut…
Gandaki Province Enhances Healthcare Services with Deployment of Medical Officers
Gandaki Province has bolstered its healthcare infrastructure by deploying 46 medical officers to various district hospitals. This move aims to address the chronic shortage of medic…
Nepalese Doctor Govinda KC's Health Deteriorates During Hunger Strike
In Ilam, Nepal, the medical condition of Dr Govinda KC has been deemed life-threatening after a four-day hunger strike. According to hospital officials, KC's health has reached a c…
Nepal's Madhesh Province Police Form Committee to Investigate Bara Clash
A three-member committee has been established by the Madhesh Province Police Office to investigate the recent clash and shooting that occurred during the inauguration of a hospital…
Tourist Guide Dies in Mustang After Annapurna Circuit Trek
A 27-year-old tourist guide from Solukhumbu district has passed away in Mustang after arriving via the Annapurna Circuit Trek in Manang. The guide, Lakchandra Kulung, received trea…
Nepal Hospital Complies with Labour Office Directive, Pays Festival Allowances to 240 Employees
A non-profit hospital in Butwal, Rupandehi, has paid festival allowances to its 240 employees after receiving a directive from the Labour and Employment Office. The move comes foll…
Nepali Professor Explores Mental Health Impact of Migration in Norway
A Nepali professor at the University of Norway is delving into the effects of migration on mental health. Dr Suraj Bahadur Thapa, a renowned expert in the field, has dedicated his …
DR Congo Launches Ebola Vaccine Trial to Contain Outbreak
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have initiated a trial for a new Ebola vaccine in an effort to curb the spread of the disease. The trial aims to evaluate…
Ghandruk Village Gains Popularity as Tourist Destination
Ghandruk, a village in Kaski district's Annapurna Rural Municipality, has seen an increase in tourist numbers, drawn by its traditional stone-roofed houses, stunning views of the A…
Nepalese Medical Education Campaigner Threatens Protests if Demands Not Met
A prominent advocate for medical education reform in Nepal, Dr Govinda KC, has given the government a week to address his demands, warning that he will launch protests, including a…
Nepal Hospitals to Maintain Emergency Services During Dashain Holidays
Hospitals across Nepal are taking measures to ensure continuous emergency medical services during the upcoming Dashain holidays. The government has declared a public holiday from O…
Nepal's Chitwan District Sees Rise in HIV Cases
Nepal's Chitwan district has reported 80 new HIV infections over the past nine months, according to recent data. The cases were identified through screenings of high-risk groups at…
Nepalese Politician Dr Vijay Poudel Passes Away
A prominent Nepalese politician, Dr Vijay Poudel, has died at Kirtipur Hospital in Kathmandu. According to hospital officials, Dr Poudel was already deceased upon arrival, with the…
Nepal Appoints Three Members to Health Insurance Board
The Nepalese government has filled three vacant positions on the Health Insurance Board with the appointment of Santoshi Paudel, Nijan Upadhyay, and Tanvir Ahred Mikrani. The newly…
Preliminary Assessment of Budhigandaki Flood Damage Released by Gandaki Province Health Ministry
The Gandaki Province Ministry of Health has published preliminary findings on the damage caused by the flash flood in Nepal's Budhigandaki River. According to the report, residenti…
Addressing Blood Donation Challenges in Nepal
The recent appeal for blood donations in Nepal highlights the need for a more sustainable solution to ensure a steady supply of blood for patients in need. While generous responses…
Nepal Considers Maternity Leave Extension Amid Declining Population Growth Rate
The Nepalese government is considering amendments to the Safe Motherhood and Reproductive Health Rights Act, 2018, to extend paid maternity leave to six months and paternity leave …
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