Words by Dr Priya Bhusal The color of festival has arrived. Holi is unequivocally the most vibrant and colorful festival that deserves to be enjoyed and celebrated. However, the harmful chemical and colors used during the celebration may cause potential damage to your skin, hair and nail. This …
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PET Imaging for Bowel Cancer Diagnosis
Researchers in Glasgow have made a new discovery in the diagnosis and treatment of bowel cancer, offering hope to patients and healthcare providers alike. By harnessing the power of positron emission tomography (PET) imaging, they have found a way to examine the entire bowel without the need for invasive biopsies. …
Read More »Nepal Medical Show 2024: Insights from the Event Organizer
The 7th Nepal Medical Show was held from February 29 to March 02, 2024, at the Bhrikuti Mandap Exhibition Hall in Kathmandu. The Medical Show has once again proven itself as the cornerstone of medical innovation and collaboration in the region. The event was hosted by S.D. Promo …
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Words by Dr Saroj Poudel Skin cancer is not something that frequently comes up in our talk, but it is a reality that touches us all, regardless of our age, gender, or ethnicity. Anyone can develop skin cancer, regardless of race or sex. In a study conducted at the …
Read More »A Happy Mouth, is a Happy Body
As we celebrate World Oral Health Day on March 20th, 2024, we embark on a journey of empowerment and awareness to combat oral diseases affecting nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide. Spearheading this mission is the FDI World Dental Federation, unveiling its three-year “A Happy Mouth is…” campaign during the World …
Read More »How Happiness Impacts Your Health
March 20th marks International Day of Happiness, a time to reflect on the significance of joy in our lives and its profound impact on our health. In a world where stress and challenges often dominate our life, understanding the correlation between happiness and well-being becomes increasingly essential. Recent studies shed …
Read More »The Controversy Surrounding Intermittent Fasting and Cardiovascular mortality
Intermittent fasting was once hailed as a revolutionary approach to extending lifespan and staving off age-related diseases. However, it is now facing scrutiny in light of a controversial new study. Let us delve into the complexities of this hotly debated topic. It becomes evident that the relationship between fasting and …
Read More »Cresomycin: The Ground-Breaking Antibiotic Invented
In a monumental leap forward for combating antimicrobial resistance, researchers in the United States have unveiled the promising emergence of Cresomycin, a synthetic antibiotic with the potential to counteract multidrug-resistant bacterial strains. Boasting effectiveness against notorious pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, cresomycin marks a beacon of …
Read More »Trabectedin a breakthrough in Cancer Treatment
In the constant battle against cancer, scientists have long sought new weapons capable of thwarting the resilient defenses mounted by cancerous cells. Among the most promising contenders is a breakthrough drug called Trabectedin, a remarkable compound derived from the sea squirt Ecteinascidia turbinata. Renowned for its potential to combat …
Read More »Osimertinib Plus Chemotherapy for Advanced EGFR-Mutated Lung Cancer
The recent FDA approval of a groundbreaking therapy with Osimertinib has transformed the landscape of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) treatment. Osimertinib, known by its brand name Tagrisso, in combination with chemotherapy, has received the regulatory nod for the treatment of locally advanced or metastatic Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor EGFR-mutated …
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