Words by Preeti Bista Ms. Bista, a senior reproductive biologist and certified clinical embryologist, is among Nepal’s first few experts in assisted reproductive technology. With advanced degrees from UC Merced, IVIRMA, and ongoing PhD work at the University of Valencia, she directs labs at Nepal International Fertility and Laparoscopic Center …
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Words by Dr. Rangina Laikangbam She is an accomplished Endoscopic Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist. She holds an MBBS and MD in Gynaecology from College of Medical Sciences, Chitwan (Kathmandu University). She earned advanced credentials in Minimal Invasive Surgery (Kiel University, Germany), Artificial Reproductive Technology (MIRA IVF, Mumbai), a Postgraduate Diploma …
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In Nepali, Syaahaar translates to nurture, care, and protect—a philosophy that has inspired not only a unique approach to skincare but a commitment to supporting healthcare for those in need. Syaahaar is more than a skincare brand; it’s a movement that combines scientific research with a deep respect for Nepal’s …
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Words by Sarala Maharjan She is the founder of Sakal Bio-enzyme Nepal – women led social enterprise. With a Master’s Degree in Environmental Science specializing in water resource management, she brings a profound understanding of environmental sustainability to her entrepreneurial ventures. Additionally, Sarala has completed the Sustainable Supply Chain Management …
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Life and Inspiration You have lived a truly multifaceted life. What do you think are your greatest key accomplishments? I may not consider my achievements extraordinary, but I have always given my best to whatever I pursued, and I have accomplished quite a lot. Even at 88, I remain active, …
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Cameroon has initiated the world’s first routine vaccine program against malaria, a major step projected to save numerous children’s lives across Africa. Approximately 600,000 people succumb to malaria in Africa each year, with children under five constituting 80% of these fatalities. Cameroon is providing the RTS,S vaccine free …
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A recent integrated biological and behavioral surveillance conducted by the Nepal Health Research Council reveals a distressing increase in sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), notably syphilis, among female sex workers in Pokhara. The study, involving 364 participants, highlights a substantial spike in syphilis cases, escalating from 0.6% in 2011 to a …
Read More »The Health Insurance Board has rolled out a new co-payment system, necessitating insured individuals to bear 10 percent of their treatment expenses. Dr. Damodar Basaula, the Executive Director of the Health Insurance Board, emphasized that this initiative, effective January 15, is designed to counter the trend of insured patients insisting …
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The Department of Drug Administration (DDA) has recently announced a ban on the production of ten specific types of drugs based on recommendations from the Drug Evaluation Committee. This decision, aimed at regulating drug manufacturing, comes amidst concerns regarding the production of different strengths of medications in the market. …
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The Netherlands is set to phase out artificial turf on sports fields, shifting to real grass surfaces from 2030 due to rising cancer risks linked to artificial turf. The move comes after a study involving 60 Dutch football clubs found that 58 of them had 1.5 to 3.7 times higher …
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