- Monday, 19 January 2026
73 senior citizens receive free eye treatment in Parbat
A total of 574 people were provided with eye check-up service in the free eye check-up camp conducted in Kushma. Seventy-three of them were found to have cataract problems.
Nepal Medical Association election postpones
Chief Election Officer Dr Pranayaratna Shakya mentioned that the election committee will soon issue a new notice and provide an updated election schedule. The association's election was set to take place outside the Kathmandu Valley on 16 and 17 January, and within the valley on 29, 30 and 31 January.
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Citizen's easy access to integrated health-related information stressed
An initiative has been launched to integrate scattered health-related information and data. The Asian E-Health Information Network has supported the initiative, which was launched by the Department of Health Services, according to the initiative’s chief specialist, Dr Jhabindra Bhandari.
Health Minister calls for shift to prevention as NCD treatment costs surge
Speaking at the South East Asia Regional Conference on NCDs and Mental Health: Strengthening Accountability Post-UNHLM 2025, organized by the SEAR NCD Alliance in Kathmandu, Dr Gautam said NCDs account for the largest share of the health ministry’s expenditure, but most of the spending is directed toward treatment rather than prevention.
Rising maternity cases strain Bheri Hospital’s limited staff and facilities
The closure of the mother safety program at two large private hospitals in the Banke district has led to a significant increase in the pressure on maternity services at Bheri Hospital.
People who come off slimming jabs regain weight four times faster than dieters
Slimmers who come off weight-loss injections such as Mounjaro or Wegovy can regain their lost pounds four times faster than those who stop conventional dieting and exercising, new research suggests.
140 women benefit from health camp, 10 found to have cervical cancer
In aggregate, 140 women from Wards No. 20 and 21, rural areas located about four kilometres south of Lahan’s urban centre, underwent free health check-ups. Health Section Chief Bindeshwar Chaudhary reported tests confirmed cervical cancer in ten women.
Ministry calls for precautions as temperature dips
The Ministry of Health and Population has urged the general public not to go out of the house for non-essential works as the biting cold could cause adverse impacts on public health.
DDA issues notice to recall Levoflox-500 tablets with batch number BB-24001
The Department of Drug Administration (DDA) has released a notice concerning the recall of certain medicines from the market. The Department on Friday issued a notice to recall the drug Levoflox-500 tablets from the local market with batch number BB-24001. The Department has also urged all not to recommend, sell, distribute and use the drug of this specific batch number.
Community-based Disease Surveillance Guideline, 2082 issued
The guideline mentioned about early detection of unexpected public health incidents and infectious diseases seen in the community for the identification of non-communicable diseases. Similarly, rapid information would be delivered at health institutions within 24 hours through women community health volunteers, teachers and social leaders.
Mental health reforms face policy challenges
Several policy hurdles regarding mental health have surfaced during the ongoing three-month campaign led by Dr. Sudha Gautam, Minister of Health and Population. These challenges have slowed progress on her plans. Since her appointment, Dr. Gautam has prioritised mental health among six key areas of focus, launching initiatives such as the establishment of Gen-Z units in 16 hospitals nationwide.
Air pollution high across country, MoHP urges to adopt caution
Issuing a notice, MoHP has urged to use of masks while going out of the house, saying that the air pollution level in various metropolises of the country, including Kathmandu Valley has reached the dangerous level.
Family plays major role as first help provider to mental health patients: Health Minister
The Health Minister said, "Family can be a major tool as the first help provider to mental health patients. Using a method of' Having heartfelt conversations, active listening, by a family member can help a mental health patient to recover'. Many recover from this, and only when all these resorts fail, then we need a psychiatrist. Therefore, the family can be a source of recognizing and dealing with mental health issues in the family."
