Monday, February 9th, 2026

“Govt’s insufficient support drives cancer patients to foreign medical facilities”

KATHMANDU: Cancer, once regarded as a terrifying and incurable disease, is now increasingly viewed as…

Health Insurance program faces challenges amid leadership vacancies and unpaid claims

KATHMANDU: Health insurance is a key social security program introduced by the government to provide…

Prima Gharti Magar: A Generational Struggle with Leprosy

KATHMANDU: Prima Gharti Magar runs a small pharmacy near the Ganesh Temple in Milan Chowk,…

In Nepal’s far west, mothers still face life-or-death deliveries

The birth of a child in Nepal’s Far Western region is often referred to as…

Why cold weather puts your heart at greater risk

KATHMANDU: As cold weather sets in, various health issues tend to surface, with an increasing…

What’s blocking Cetamol from reaching the market?

KATHMANDU: How many of you have received the exact medicine prescribed by your doctor at…

Gastric ulcers: Silent threat of untreated symptoms

KATHMANDU: Gastric issues are a common problem among the Nepali population. Doctors indicate that gastritis,…

Off-season fruits: Health risk for consumers

KATHMANDU: Food is our basic need. Alongside staples like pulses, rice, vegetables, and bread, nature…

Ear infection: Timely medical intervention is crucial

KATHMANDU: The ear is a crucial part of the human body, and earaches are a…

“Dietary habits contribute to oral health problems”

KATHMANDU: The mouth is a crucial part of our body, involved in everything from eating…

Even children can have mental health issues, says Dr. Karki

KATHMANDU: Awareness about children's mental health remains limited in our families and society. Many are…

Early treatment of hernias key to preventing complications: Dr. Bhat

KATHMANDU: Hernia is a medical condition characterized by the abnormal protrusion of an organ or…