Use of mercury in dental fillings drops over 93 percent: Study
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, March 30:The use of mercury, a toxic chemical element, in dental fillings has significantly dropped, according to a study report. ...
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‘Cancer’ high among the illiterate
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, March 22: In Nepal, illiterate people are more likely to get cancer due to consumption of tobacco products than literate people. ...
Call for ‘search and destroy mosquito larvae’ campaign in Dhangadhi
- by Republica
Kailali, Oct 20: Dhangadhi Sub-metropolitan City has requested its ward offices and health institutions to carry out a ‘search and destroy mosquito larvae’ campaign, saying that the risk of dengue infection is not over yet.
48 new cases of COVID-19 detected on Wednesday
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Oct 19: The COVID-19 infection infection has been confirmed in 48 people across Nepal in the last 24 hours. ...
Inside the Protein Bar: A Smart Outlook
- by Tejaswi Pahari
Protein bars have recently gained so much popularity that people have started consuming it be it for weight loss purpose or weight gain or to maintain certain weight and stay fit and healthy. The healthy...
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Justin Bieber suspends tour dates to prioritize health
- by Reuters
Pop Singer Justin Bieber said Tuesday he would take a break from his rescheduled Justice World Tour due to mental and physical health issues.
Jane Fonda says she has cancer, is dealing well with chemo
- by Associated Press
Jane Fonda said on social media Friday that she has cancer, according to the report of Associated Press.
Indian actor and comedian Raju Shrivastav gains consciousness after 15 days of hospitalization
- by Republica
Indian actor and comedian Raju Shrivastav has gained consciousness after 15 days of hospitalization.
Health of Indian actor and comedian Raju Shrivastav critical
- by Republica
Indian actor and comedian Raju Shrivastav is currently said to be in coma. He is undergoing treatment at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
‘The Flash’ star Ezra Miller seeks treatment for ‘Complex Mental Health Issues’
- by Agencies
“The Flash” star Ezra Miller says to be seeking treatment for 'complex mental health issues'.
Tom Holland taking a break from social media to focus on his mental health
- by Agencies
Actor Tom Holland opened up about the impact social media has on his mental health, announcing in an Instagram video that he'll be taking a break.
Heart health: THIS sign in legs and arms might be an indicator of heart disease; know why it happens
- by Agencies
Just when you thought that symptoms of heart disease are only limited to the chest, you are proved wrong! Contrary to the belief that heart diseases do not show any prior symptoms, there are several symptoms that silently present themselves, which may save lives if recognized early.
#Sexploration Episode 7 Reproductive Health, Education and Rights in Nepal
- by Samiksha Shrestha
In Nepal, there is a number of activism going on to focus on the sexual and reproductive health, rights and education. However, the sexual health knowledge, attitudes and behaviors of people among both educated and uneducated as well as in urban and rural area seems to be narrow. Many people and women do not know that reproductive health rights and education come under their fundamental rights. Nepali society has a deep rooted traditional norms and beliefs relating to sex and sexuality. These issues are rarely discussed within the family environment. Young people who have adequate access/ medium to gather appropriate information and services about sexual and reproductive health (SRH) issues do not make effort. Little sex education is offered in schools and SRH are topics not openly discussed in families.
Indian actor and comedian Raju Srivastav on ventilator
- by Republica
Well known Indian comedian and actor Raju Srivastav’s health is reportedly critical and he is said to be kept on a ventilator in the intensive care unit (ICU) of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
Famed Japanese fashion designer Issey Miyake dies at 84
- by Associated Press
Issey Miyake, who built one of Japan’s biggest fashion brands and was known for his boldly sculpted pleated pieces as well as former Apple CEO Steve Jobs’ black turtlenecks, has died. He was 84.
Director Lars von Trier diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
- by Reuters
Danish director Lars von Trier, 66, has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and will do limited promotion for his upcoming supernatural TV series "Kingdom Exodus", his production company said on Monday.
Despite several science backed theories and research efforts, COVID myths still exist
- by Agencies
Two years into the pandemic, but we still have not learned our lessons. Pandemic taught us to be careful, aware and well informed about the microorganisms that live with us in the same environment. However, despite several science backed theories and research efforts to bring forward the mystery and unsolved questions around COVID, many of us prefer to believe the myths that have been spread all around about the infection, the vaccine and the treatment process.
Anne Heche in hospital, ‘stable’ after fiery car crash
- by Associated Press
Actor Anne Heche was in the hospital Saturday following an accident in which her car smashed into a house and flames erupted, a spokeswoman said.
Veteran Indian actor Mithilesh Chaturvedi no more
- by Republica
Veteran Indian actor Mithilesh Chaturvedi passed away at the age of 68 on Wednesday evening in Lucknow, the capital of the Indian State of Uttar Pradesh.
From BP to BMI, these 5 numbers determine your heart health
- by Agencies
The heart is one of the most delicate organs of the body and is associated with the highest risk. Very often we come across terms like heart attack, cardiac arrest, blockage, cardiac attack and similar terms.