Kathmandu wildfires cause surge in burn, respiratory cases, as hospitals reach full capacity
Meteorological office predicts rain on Tuesday and Wednesday, which could bring respite from hazardous level of air pollution.
Arjun Poudel
Nepal health facilities run out of birth control shot Depo-Provera
Experts warn of a rise in unintended pregnancies and unsafe abortions.
Raging wildfires drive pollution surge in Kathmandu
Kathmandu Valley ranked the world’s most polluted city on Monday afternoon, March 31, with PM2.5 levels reaching 365 micrograms per cubic metre (μg/m3).
Healthcare remains out of reach for many Nepali migrant workers
Lack of screening for mental and physical health problems puts thousands of them at risk.
Substandard medicines recalled in Nepal, but many may have already been sold
Drug regulator says shoddy drugs may have already reached patients given the slow lab testing process.
Forest fires continue to rise in Nepal
Officials are concerned about the lack of rainfall for a prolonged period, which has created drought-like conditions. Experts warn that inaction to take timely mitigation measures…
Nepal doctors warn of rising respiratory co-infections from multiple viruses
Back-to-back or simultaneous infections can cause pneumonia and severe deterioration in health, say experts.
Kathmandu Valley’s worsening pollution puts children at grave risk
Doctors urge better mask use, warn against scooter commutes to school as respiratory illnesses among small children rises sharply.
Climate change drives dengue as mosquitoes climb to new altitudes in Nepal
Dengue mosquitoes found in Jumla’s Chandannath at 2,438 metres. Health agencies grossly unprepared.
Nepal bans three more pesticides to tackle growing suicide cases
Poison ingestion, mostly involving pesticides, is the second leading cause of suicide in Nepal after hanging. According to data provided by the Nepal Police, 952 people killed…