Pabitra Sunar

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Delayed treatment of SHAPU infection increases risk of vision loss

Published On: September 25, 2023 03:15 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Sept 25: If a white butterfly is flying around you, avoid its infection.If its tiny hair gets into the eye, it can cause the SHAPU (Seasonal Hyperacute Pan-Uveitis) infection. If not treated promptly, it can lead to vision loss. Ophthalmologist Dr Smita Shrestha revealed that within one month, 30 percent of patients treated at Tilganga Eye Hospital experienced complex issues due to the SHAPU infection in their eyes. Those with complex problems are currently undergoing treatment, but some are at the risk of losing their eyesight. "It takes about a month to assess the impact of vision loss caused by SHAPU," she mentioned.

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Kathmandu Valley sees a spike in cases of Dengue and undiagnosed fever

Published On: September 23, 2023 03:30 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Sept 23: Hospitals in the Kathmandu Valley have reported a rising number of dengue patients over the past two weeks. Some individuals seeking medical attention for uncontrollable fever have been diagnosed with dengue.

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Health authorities alarmed by dengue outbreak across Nepal, including Kathmandu Valley

Published On: September 10, 2023 11:30 AM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Sept 10: Health authorities have raised concerns over the growing number of dengue infections, which has now extended to Kathmandu Valley. Mukunda Rijal, the ward chairman of Kathmandu-16, succumbed to the disease last Monday. According to the Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD), the death toll from dengue has reached 14.

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KMC initiates construction of 20 Urban Health Promotion Centers

Published On: September 7, 2023 11:30 AM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Sep 7: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is embarking on a project to establish 20 urban health promotion centers, with the aim of providing essential healthcare services to its residents free of charge.

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Air pollution kills over 42,000 people annually in Nepal

Published On: September 6, 2023 11:30 AM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Sept 6: Around 42,100 people die of the diseases caused by air pollution every year in Nepal. The Health Effects Institute Annual report of Global Air 2022 underscores the global increase in non-communicable diseases due to the effects of air pollution.

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Second dose of cervical cancer vaccine limited to samples

Published On: August 31, 2023 03:15 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Aug 31: The vaccine against human papilloma virus (HPV), which the government bought from China three months ago, is going to be limited to demonstration as samples this time as well. The government introduced a vaccine produced by China's Sinovac company in mid-June. The vaccine that was brought by paying an additional price of about Rs 90 million is only 20,000 vials.

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Dengue threat looms over Kathmandu following outbreak in Dharan

Published On: August 21, 2023 06:00 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Aug 21: The risk of dengue infection, which began with the onset of the monsoon season, is projected to persist for another three months. The National Epidemiology and Disease Control Division has predicted that the likelihood of dengue infection will endure until November.

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Conjunctivitis risk to persist for additional two weeks

Published On: August 20, 2023 04:00 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Aug 20: Ophthalmologists have alerted the public to the prolonged threat of conjunctivitis, which emerged in the last week of June, extending its grip for an additional two weeks. Experts have emphasized that while the infection rate is subsiding in Terai districts, the risk remains elevated in the Kathmandu Valley and hilly regions.

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Health minister himself insults the white coat!

Published On: August 17, 2023 01:45 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Aug 17: The esteemed 'white coat' holds a distinct reverence, expressing both its significance and limitations. Traditionally reserved for patient care and medical duties, the white coat has symbolized professionalism and responsibility. However, a recent episode has stirred discussion, challenging the sanctity of this iconic attire.

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Wrongfully detained despite being innocent, Dr Ranjit Kumar Yadav says he hopes this does not happen to anyone

Published On: August 15, 2023 06:00 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Aug 15: "People are suffering more from torture than from wrongdoing. It is heart-burning to be defamed when you are innocent." This is the statement of Dr Ranjit Kumar Yadav, who was released on Sunday after spending four days in police custody on the charge of fake educational certificate.

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Bir Hospital's poor healthcare results in a seven-month surgery wait !

Published On: August 3, 2023 10:30 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, August 3: On Tuesday, Chandra Kumar Rai, 55, of Solukhumbu, underwent gallbladder surgery at Bir Hospital. However, he had to wait seven months for the surgery.

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DDA shuts down 10 pharmacies operating illegally in valley

Published On: July 25, 2023 09:15 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, July 25: Government authorities have found extreme negligence in matters related to human health while monitoring pharmacies in the valley on Monday.

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Health ministry issues directive to relocate long-term health workers from Bir Hospital

Published On: July 24, 2023 12:00 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, July 23: The Ministry of Health and Population has issued a directive to the National Academy of Medical Sciences to depute long-term health workers and employees from the National Institute of Medical Sciences to designated posting areas.

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Snakebite outbreak on the rise as rainy summer continues

Published On: July 13, 2023 03:14 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, July 13: The Epidemiology and Disease Control Division, based in Teku, has recently reported a surge in snakebite cases due to the ongoing rainy season and summer weather. Tragically, at least nine people have lost their lives as a result of snakebites thus far.

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Dengue infections on the rise: Transmission reported from Sunsari to Darchula

Published On: July 6, 2023 04:00 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, July 6: The Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD) has revealed that dengue infections have surged to over 1,000 cases within a month since the onset of monsoon. Sadly, one fatality due to dengue was reported in Sunsari last week. It is noteworthy that Sunsari experienced a widespread dengue outbreak last year as well.

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Motorcyclist at high risk of accidents

Published On: June 28, 2023 09:48 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU,  June 28: It was an unforgettable day for the Ramesh Itani couple from Matatirtha, which lies on the western outskirts of Kathmandu.

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Why politicians in Nepal go abroad for medical treatment

Published On: June 14, 2023 06:00 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, June 14: Over the past 15 years, Nepal has made significant progress and advancements in its healthcare services. Doctors claim that all other treatments except for the treatment of rare diseases that need ultra-modern technologies are possible within Nepal. But there is still a tendency among politicians to seek treatment abroad, even for relatively common health issues.

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Covid-19 cases on rise again

Published On: March 31, 2023 11:00 AM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, March 31: Covid-19 has been confirmed in 42 more people in Nepal in the last twenty-four hours. According to the Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD), there are 123 active infected people in Nepal. Covid-19 has been confirmed in 42 people out of 915 samples tested in 24 hours.

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Risk of dengue infection to last one and half months more

Published On: September 24, 2022 10:30 AM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Sept 24: Experts have pointed out that the dengue infection that started last June has not come under control yet even after the mid-week of September and that the risk of infection will last for another one and a half month.

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Sukraraj Tropical hospital alone receiving hundreds of dengue patients daily

Published On: September 5, 2022 12:30 PM NPT By: Pabitra Sunar

KATHMANDU, Sept 5: Dengue infection which has been spreading in the Kathmandu Valley for three weeks has now spread from house to house, according to doctors.

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