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Roche, in collaboration with Eli Lilly and Company, has achieved a significant milestone in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Breakthrough Device Designation to Roche’s Elecsys pTau217 plasma biomarker test. This designation accelerates the development and review of the assay, which is …

“Just as Dolly the sheep and Louis Brown, the first test tube baby, marked significant milestones in medical history, so too does Rick Slayman’s groundbreaking pig kidney transplant.” The name Rick Slayman will be linked with medical histrory as the first living recipient of a genetically edited pig kidney transplant. …

As we observe World Health Day today, it’s crucial for all of us to grasp the vital significance of preserving and safeguarding the fundamental human right to health. Under the theme ‘My health, my right’, this year’s commemoration calls for global solidarity in ensuring equitable access to essential health services, …

The United Nations General Assembly in 2007 designated 2 April as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD). Ever since April 2-8 is marked as Autism Awareness Week as a poignant reminder to affirm and promote the rights of autistic individuals. Over the years, remarkable progress has been made, largely due to …

  Words by Rosu Katwal Reproductive health in general is stigmatized and menopause is no exception. Menopause is “The significant change” a transition phase that every woman must go through once in a lifetime. However, we live in a society where topic like menopause has been historically muted for years …

The pursuit of beauty sometimes comes with unexpected risks. A recent research conducted in France has unveiled concerning associations between hair-straightening products and acute kidney failure. A compound found in certain cosmetic products called the glycolic acid is particularly found in high concentration in hair straightening products. Their findings, published …

  Words by Dr Priya Bhusal    The color of festival has arrived. Holi is unequivocally the most vibrant and colorful festival that deserves to be enjoyed and celebrated. However, the harmful chemical and colors used during the celebration may cause potential damage to your skin, hair and nail. This …

Researchers in Glasgow have made a new discovery in the diagnosis and treatment of bowel cancer, offering hope to patients and healthcare providers alike. By harnessing the power of positron emission tomography (PET) imaging, they have found a way to examine the entire bowel without the need for invasive biopsies. …

    The 7th Nepal Medical Show was held from February 29 to March 02, 2024, at the Bhrikuti Mandap Exhibition Hall in Kathmandu. The Medical Show has once again proven itself as the cornerstone of medical innovation and collaboration in the region. The event was hosted by S.D. Promo …

Words by Dr Saroj Poudel   Skin cancer is not something that frequently comes up in our talk, but it is a reality that touches us all, regardless of our age, gender, or ethnicity. Anyone can develop skin cancer, regardless of race or sex. In a study conducted at the …