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 …
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In a groundbreaking development, a Chinese company, Refreshgene Therapeutics, has demonstrated promising results in an experimental gene therapy aimed at restoring hearing in children with congenital deafness. Published in The Lancet, the clinical trial reported significant success, with five out of six children experiencing hearing recovery and enhanced speech recognition …
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In the wake of the announcement about King Charles’s cancer diagnosis and swift initiation of treatment, concerns are rising about the disparate reality faced by its citizens. Shocking figures reveal that cancer waiting times in the Midlands cities are significantly below the expected NHS targets, leaving patients grappling …
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In Nepal, acupuncture has seen a surge in practitioners, offering a sensory experience that goes beyond traditional needling, with diverse approaches like moxibustion, acupressure, and electromagnetic impulses. As we explore acupuncture’s impact on the body, it’s not just about relieving chronic pain but uncovering its potential in treating diverse …
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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