- Saturday, 11 April 2026
NMA rules out possibility to run OPD on Sunday
The Nepal Medical Association (NMA) has said that its attention has been drawn to the directive of the Ministry of Health and Population to operate Outpatient Department (OPD) services on Sunday, the second day of the two-day weekend implemented by the government effective from April 6.
Hospital Service Reform Procedure in place
The procedure has been issued in accordance with the Public Health Service Act, 2075 to make hospital services people-friendly, accessible and effective, said the Ministry’s Joint Spokesperson Dr Sameer Adhikari.
Government directs hospitals to make alternative arrangement for uninterrupted services
The government has directed the bodies concerned to make alternative arrangement for the continuous and effective delivery of health services in the context of implementation of the two-day weekend on Saturday and Sunday.
UML Chair Oli to remain in hospital for some days
Communist Party of Nepal (UML) Chair and former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli will stay in the hospital for a few days for medical treatment.
Health Minister Mehta inspects District Hospital in Sunsari
During the visit, Minister Mehta asserted that the government is actively working ensure access to quality healthcare services for all citizens.
10th Health Insurance Day today
The 10th Health Insurance Day is being celebrated today by organizing various programmes. The Day is being observed with the theme - 'State Investment, Citizen's Contribution: Health Insurance Joint Campaign'.
Minister Mehta bats for collaboration among stakeholders to face health challenges
Minister for Health and Population Neesha Mehta has said that health for all and a safe Nepal will be built through the implementation of the fundamental rights provided in the Constitution.
18 people diagnosed with leprosy in Chitwan
TB/Leprosy Officer at the Office, Jayaram Duwadi, said that the Office recorded 13 cases from the Bharatpur Metropolitan City, four from Kalika Municipality and one from Madi Municipality in Chitwan. Of the 18 cases, 10 are men and eight women.
12th Graduate Conference commences in Janakpurdham
The conference is on the theme - 'Emerging Frontier of Research and Innovation in Nepal.' The Conference is organised by the Rajarshi Janak University, Research Centre Janakpurdham.
Health Ministry reminds private medical colleges of November 1 agreement
The Ministry of Health and Population has directed private medical and dental colleges and hospitals to ensure that the health workers they have hired, including nurses, are provided with minimum wages and other benefits.
Health service to senior citizens and people living with disabilities at doorsteps
The municipality has started mobilizing two health workers in each ward to conduct health check-ups at home for senior citizens above 70, people living with disabilities, and differently-able individuals living in the community.
Public and private hospitals begin to offer 10 per cent free beds
With the government strictly enforcing 10 per cent free hospital beds for the poor and helpless patients, more and more healthcare facilities are now complying with this provision, said the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP).
Vaping likely to cause cancer: Australian study
Nicotine-based vapes, or e-cigarettes, are likely to cause cancers of the lung and oral cavity, according to a comprehensive review led by Australian cancer researchers.
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