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Dr. Prerana Gauchan  She is a pediatrician and pediatric critical care specialist at the Kathmandu Institute of Child Health (KIOCH). She believes in lifelong learning and teamwork, and in spreading positivity, and support within the pediatric community. Outside work, she enjoys spending time with her 2 kids, reading and traveling. …

Sanjaya Mani DixitMr. Sanjaya Mani Dixit is a pharmacist, pharmacologist, and medical journalist, currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Pharmacology at Kathmandu Medical College. He has extensive teaching experience across MBBS, BDS, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Physiotherapy programs, reflecting his strong command of pharmacology and drug-related sciences. Having completed his …

How Young Minds Experience Mental Health Differently? Dr. Shikha Upadhyay.She is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with extensive academic training and international clinical experience. She holds an MBBS and an MD in Neuropsychiatry, equipping her with a strong foundation to understand and manage complex mental health conditions in children and …

Ms. Ritika Dangol is a medical student at Universal College of Medical Sciences (UCMS). An avid learner, she is actively engaged in various research projects. A graduate of St. Xavier’s College, Jawalakhel, Miss Ritika aims to advocate for better understanding and care in women’s healthcare. Through articles like this one …

When a child is diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome, it’s a kind of nightmare for parents. They feel scared and worried, and many parents imagine it as kidney failure. In fact, in most cases, nephrotic syndrome responds well to treatment. What Is Nephrotic Syndrome? In simple language, kidneys act as a …

Air pollution has become one of the most pressing public health and environmental challenges in Nepal. The scale of the crisis today extends far beyond environmental degradation—it has emerged as a major threat to economic development, social well-being, and especially child health in Nepal. According to global estimates, nearly 7 …

Your face wash should clean your skin, not strip it. Finding the right face wash removes dirt and excess oil and helps maintain your skin’s balance. With so many options available, choosing the right one can feel a little challenging. Today, we help you pick the perfect face wash based …

Turning Winter into a Season of Growth Just as trees rest before they bloom again, winter reminds us that growth doesn’t always look loud or fast. Sometimes it happens quietly, beneath the surface. The cold months offer an opportunity to reset habits, strengthen the mind, and rebuild the body. Consistency …

Not so long ago, large families were common, and conception often occurred with apparent ease. Today, however, many couples face significant challenges in conceiving even one child. So, what has changed? This article aims to explore and demystify this increasingly common yet often unspoken burden. Infertility is a common issue …

September 08, 2025 saw the GenZ revolution in Kathmandu, heart-wrenching scenes where innumerable casualties were brought to the emergency departments of the Civil Hospital and Trauma Centre where doctors and nurses put incessant efforts in saving young lives. As the neurosurgeon on call in Upendra Devkota Memorial Neuro Hospital (UDM-NINAS), …