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    Nepal is set to embark on a nationwide measles-rubella vaccination campaign targeting approximately 5.7 million children aged nine months to 15 years. The vaccination drive is scheduled to commence on February 25 and will cover 75 districts across the country following the successful completion of the campaign in …

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 …

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 …

    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 …

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 …

  Words by Dr Neha Homagai   The journey to pregnancy after 40 involves understanding the limitations of a woman’s egg reserve. As the number and quality decline, assisted reproductive technologies like IVF become essential for those aspiring to become mothers.   Pregnancy after 40 is not only possible but …

  Words by Shraddha Adhikari Break the silence on Violence Against Women – empower through open conversations, mental health, and storytelling. It was one of the vibrant days of this very new year 2024 and I was on my balcony thinking how fast time passes, it has already been 23 …

Yet again there has been a clash between global pharmaceutical giant Roche and Indian drug maker Zydus Lifesciences. Roche has filed a complaint against Zydus regarding alleged critical gaps in the clinical trials of its biologic drug Perjeta, a widely-used breast cancer treatment. This isn’t the first time these two …

Introduction: In recent times, the world has witnessed a significant shift in the way healthcare is delivered, with telemedicine emerging as a groundbreaking trend. The intersection of technology and healthcare has paved the way for innovative solutions, providing patients with unprecedented access to medical professionals. This article will delve into …

  Words by Dr Hitesh Bhattarai During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a race to create vaccine against SARS-CoV-2. The reins of the vaccine manufacture were taken by a number of big pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Pfizer/BioNTec and Moderna focused their attention on mRNA vaccine manufacture, while Johnson and Johnson and …