Dengue infection tally exceeds 21,000

September 3, 2023 10:15 am

KATHMANDU, Sept 3: Dengue infection is on the rise in Nepal. According to the data unveiled by the Epidemiology and Disease Control Division, a total of 21,206 people have so far tested positive for dengue infection.

KATHMANDU, Aug 29: The National Development Action Committee has decided to sort out the issues of electricity wire, telephone cable and other obstacles in the preliminary stage of the project meant to end the hindrances seen in the development projects.

DHANGADHI, Aug 28: Until a few years ago, mosquitoes were predominantly limited to the Terai districts, sparing the hilly and mountainous regions. However, recent years have witnessed a change in this pattern. Even the tranquil landscapes of the hill and mountain districts are now witnessing an upsurge in mosquito-borne diseases, including the transmission of dengue infection, which was once confined to the Terai region.

LUMBINI, Aug 8: Since the outbreak of the lumpy skin disease, a total of 5,748 cattle died of the disease in Lumbini Province.

As the rainy season is here, cases of the dreaded dengue have been steadily increasing in recent days in all parts of Nepal, mainly affecting the Terai region. With the number of cases on the rise, it’s important to take steps to protect yourself and your family members from dengue.

Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) has become a grave concern in Nepal, causing an alarming number of cattle and buffalo deaths. As more than 50,000 animals have fallen victim to this highly contagious viral disease since its outbreak in April, it's crucial for farmers to be vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect their livestock.

RAMECHHAP, Jult 28: As high as 381 livestock died of lumpy skin disease in Ramechhap district while the number of infected ones reached 21,000 plus.

The recent outbreak of lumpy skin disease in Rasuwa district has sent shockwaves through the local farming community, with 159 cattle tragically losing their lives to this contagious animal disease in the past few days. The severity of this outbreak demands urgent attention and coordinated efforts from the government bodies concerned to address the issue effectively.

KATHMANDU, July 19: The cases of Dengue infection are found rising of late. Dengue infection cases have gone up with the onset of monsoon season.

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.

KATHMANDU, July 11: With 1,192 cases of dengue and one fatality from the viral infection recorded in the past four months, experts have suggested one and all to remain safe from it and prevent its further spread.

KATHMANDU, Jan 11: Gathering of more than 25 people have been banned in public places to prevent and control the growing coronavirus infection in the Kathmandu Valley. The decision was taken by a meeting of the chief district officers of all the three districts in the Kathmandu Valley this afternoon.

Prevention of Down Syndrome depends upon offering a prenatal diagnosis to high-risk pregnancies via amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling (CVS). Amniocentesis and CVS are quite reliable but provide the risk of a miscarriage of between 0.5 to 1%.

Most people won’t need to, but it depends on your situation. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the risk of COVID-19 is low if you’re fully vaccinated, and that you can resume indoor and outdoor activities without wearing a mask or social distancing.

Global efforts to combat TB have saved 63 million lives since 2000. Ending the TB epidemic by 2030 is among the health targets of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

It depends, but it’s possible that doubling up could help in some situations. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends wearing a cloth mask made with two or more layers, and ensuring it covers your nose and mouth.

KATHMANDU, May 12: Despite the lockdown orders of the government, the major cities of Sarlahi are still open and people are found defying lockdown orders everywhere.

With the coronavirus continuing to spread, it's more important than ever to strengthen the immune system for the possible prevention of the virus. It might sound difficult but worry not, we can do this by trying to adapt with few changes

KATHMANDU, March 25: With one more case of the novel coronavirus infection surfacing, the provincial and local governments in the country are focused on the expansion of health care centers and isolation wards. Gandaki, Karnali, Bagamti and other provincial governments have established temporary hospitals as well as directed all existing hospitals to prioritize coronavirus-infected patients over regular ones.

WASHINGTON, March 7: Health experts say the best, simplest ways to preven the spread of COVID-19, the novel coronavirus that has killed more than 3,200 people and affected more than 100,000 around the world, follow the tried and true cold-season admonishments given out for generations.

Preventing medical negligence

January 30, 2020 08:37 am

Many cases of medical negligence are being reported in Nepali media. The recent case that has been making news is related with a case against Grande International Hospital which has been accused of committing series of acts of negligence pushing a newly born baby to a malnourished life.

Prevention is better

June 18, 2017 01:00 am

Linking disaster management with the national development framework has always been a big challenge here in Nepal

Physiotherapy for prevention

November 17, 2016 23:00 pm

Physiotherapy has gained significant popularity among the masses here in Nepal. Over the years, we can see that patients have developed a lot of confidence in the effectiveness of the treatment. Dr Prarthana Lohani Pant, at Medicare National Hospital and Research Center, points out the exercises recommended in physiotherapy aren’t only useful for relieving aches and pains but also preventing them. Here Dr Pant shares some views and useful tips.

DHANGADI, Oct 5: The government has launched a special program from Kailali for the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases.