Nepal elected unanimously at WHO assembly
Nepal Elected Vice President Of 79th World Health Assembly During WHO Meeting In Geneva As Health Minister Nisha Mehata Represents Country At Global Health Gathering
May 18
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Ramesh Prasai Proposes Up To 50% Tax Hike On Alcohol And Cigarettes To Fund Free Healthcare In Nepal
Lawmaker Ramesh Prasai has urged the government to increase taxes on alcohol and cigarettes by up to 50% and use the extra revenue to provide free healthcare for poor and low-income citizens in Nepal.
May 18
Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Kills 3 — WHO Says Public Risk Is Low
A rare hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship has killed 3 and infected 8 passengers. WHO and CDC are monitoring the situation as the ship docks in the Canary Islands.
May 10
Vaping Likely Causes Cancer, Major Research Review Warns
A sweeping new research review concludes that e-cigarettes likely contribute to cancer risk, based on biomarker, animal, and laboratory data — though definitive proof may take years more.
May 10
Dengue cases climb across Terai districts as monsoon prolongs
Health authorities issue advisory; 1,420 confirmed cases in the past four weeks.
Apr 29
New Healthcare Initiative to Provide Free Treatment to Millions
Government expands healthcare coverage to include more diseases under the scheme.
Apr 22