Officials at the Health Ministry say free testing for hypertension, diabetes, renal function, will be available nationwide from February 13 to March 13.

Officials say they have intensified screenings at the Kathmandu airport and alerted dermatologists nationwide to flag suspected cases.

A 36-year-old man from Tanahun, a Saudi Arabia returnee, tested positive for the deadly virus.

Health officials blame rising indigenous and imported cases, budget cuts, open southern border, and climate change for the failure.

Over 1.68 million girls between 10 and 14 years will be immunised in a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign.

Doctors urge better mask use, warn against scooter commutes to school as respiratory illnesses among small children rises sharply.

Over 20 cases of indigenous and nearly 1,000 cases of imported malaria cases have been detected in 2024, which is high compared to 2023.

Around 350,000 girls aged 10 years will be administered the HPV vaccine at their schools, official says.

It is estimated that 35 percent of around 30,000 jail inmates across the country have some form of mental health problems.

One of its notable initiatives, Khushi Ba Ama, provides comprehensive support to senior citizens over 60, addressing both their healthcare and social needs.

Nepal police data show suicide cases fell sharply following past bans on highly toxic pesticides.

Thursday’s test saw the highest number of failures.

The Thapathali-based hospital has also been supplying breast milk to underweight infants in several other hospitals.

Esteemed city doctors and health experts gave a call for caution, mass awareness, and improved government policies to minimise the use of microplastics that can cause several health hazards, including cancer.

The city office has hired 108 staff, including physiotherapists, radiographers, lab technicians, and nurses. It has also started health campaigns in 32 wards.

Experts urge continued vigilance as dengue remains a year-round threat in Nepal.

Every day, at least one person gets infected with HIV in Nepal.

Childhood obesity raises risk of diabetes and heart disease early, warn experts.

The most common symptoms include cough, flu and breathing difficulties, according to a report by international insights firm Ipsos.

Ten percent of women are denied abortion services, and 42 percent with pregnancies beyond 10 weeks are turned away, new report says.