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    Pineapples are famous for their tropical flavor, often enjoyed in pi?a coladas and fruit punches. However, a research by Brazilian scientists has unveiled a new benefit: pineapples can accelerate wound healing. This potential health benefit is attributed to bromelain, a natural anti-inflammatory enzyme found in pineapple juice and …

Anubansh Khadka   He is a scholarly medical student currently pursuing his MBBS at Tribhuvan University – KIST Medical College and Teaching Hospital. An alumnus of St. Xavier’s School, he has consistently demonstrated outstanding academic performance throughout his educational journey. His dedication to research in the medical field has garnered …

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has issued an important reminder to healthcare professionals regarding the use of valaciclovir and aciclovir, emphasizing the risk of Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS). This rare but severe and potentially fatal drug reaction can present with symptoms such as …

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has issued a Direct Health-care Professional Communication (DHPC) to alert healthcare professionals about a dose-dependent risk of atrial fibrillation (AF) associated with omega-3-acid ethyl esters. The warning highlights that patients with established cardiovascular diseases or risk factors face a higher risk of AF when treated …

You have been invited to an office meeting, you are there, but others are yet to show up. Suddenly you realize that you forgot to take out the clothes from the washing machine and hang them dry. You make up your mind to send a quick text message to your …

  B and B Hospital, a premier multi-specialty institution, is proud to announce the successful completion of Nepal’s first robotic surgery. This pioneering development represents a monumental leap forward in the country’s medical landscape, promising to revolutionize surgical procedures and significantly enhance patient care. With the introduction of robotic-assisted surgery, …

Pharma malpractice is like an ignored itch intensifying until it demands attention. The current state of pharma affairs in Nepal hints at a similar fate. Youths, the pulse of progress, have proven themselves in many areas, including developing Kathmandu city. Thus, the youths of the Department of Pharmacy, Kathmandu University, …

    -Dr. Samyam Bickram Pathak -MBBS (KIST Medical College), TU Gold Medalist -ECFMG Certified USMLE aspirant -Outstanding Fundaraising Volunteer Award winner – Currently, Volunteer Doctor at Johns Hopkins Medicine-Suburban Hospital Dr. Samyam Bickram Pathak is a graduate of KIST Medical College and Teaching Hospital (2022). He is a Tribhuvan …

The AKB Center at B&B Hospital in Kathmandu successfully organized the 7th B&B Arthroscopy Course from July 4-6, 2024. Unlike the previous six editions, which focused exclusively on knee surgery, this year’s course centered on shoulder ailments and related diseases. Dr. Nagmani Singh, who trained in Australia for shoulder surgeries, …

    In a significant move to reduce patient fatalities in hospital emergencies, the Ministry of Health and Population in Nepal has initiated basic life support (BLS) training for health workers. This initiative aims to equip medical professionals with essential skills to handle critical situations such as cardiac arrest, respiratory …