Monday, February 9th, 2026

Bone marrow transplants: Life-saving treatment out of reach

KATHMANDU: In Nepal, over 3,000 new cases of blood cancer are reported each year. Alongside…

Spike in infections as summer heats up

KATHMANDU: Summer is considered a more vulnerable season for health compared to winter, with a…

Dozens still recovering after violence erupts at royalist rally

KATHMANDU: It has been more than a week since the royalist-led protest at Tinkune, Kathmandu…

Radha, who lost three children, pleads: “Save my fourth child”

KATHMANDU: For the past five months, Radha Bista of Mahakali Municipality, Darchula, has been staying…

Misunderstanding of neurosurgery has improved: Dr. Sedhain

KATHMANDU: Neurological non-communicable diseases—like cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, and hypertension—are increasing globally. According to doctors,…

Unstable health insurance, complaints from insured: How feasible is five-lakh convenience bag?

KATHMANDU: Health insurance is a system designed to reduce the cost of healthcare services and…

Fast food: Nutritionist’s advice on reducing flour-based foods

KATHMANDU: Fast food—referring to quick-cooked snacks like spicy 'panipuri', momo, chowmein, and more—is a popular…

Immediate actions to take when body catches fire

KATHMANDU: Seven individuals who were injured in a gas explosion at the Shandar MoMo shop…

Risk of non-communicable diseases: How effective will govt’s free testing be?

KATHMANDU: As doctors express growing concerns over the increasing prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in…

Behind closed doors: Rising mental stress faced by parents

KATHMANDU: Stress is the body's natural response when faced with a difficult situation in life.…

Shandar Mo:Mo tragedy sheds light on Nepal’s poor work culture

KATHMANDU: The deaths of four young workers in the Shandar Mo:Mo gas explosion have sparked…

Health Minister’s 16 decisions: Publicity stunt or genuine push for reform?

KATHMANDU: A long-standing trend among ministers is the rush to announce action plans for popularity,…