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Health Updates

We will compile all significant health updates relevant to the health sector.

MoHP Regulates Use of Medical Implants and Stents to Ensure Fair Access and Affordability

MoHP Regulates Use of Medical Implants and Stents to Ensure Fair Access and Affordability

Background In a significant move to promote health equity and patient safety, the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), Nepal, issued an official directive (dated 02/02/ 2082 B.S.) regulating the…
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Nepal Introduces New TB Preventive Treatment Protocol 2024: A Milestone in Public Health Protection

Nepal Introduces New TB Preventive Treatment Protocol 2024: A Milestone in Public Health Protection

Background On the 25th of Mangsir 2081 (December 10, 2024), Nepal’s National Tuberculosis Control Center (NTCC) officially rolled out the “National TB Preventive Treatment Protocol 2024”. This major public health…
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Nepal’s Historic Health Budget 2082/83: A Game-Changer for Universal Healthcare

Nepal’s Historic Health Budget 2082/83: A Game-Changer for Universal Healthcare

Nepal's government unveiled a groundbreaking Rs 95.81 billion health budget for Fiscal Year 2082/83 today, representing a substantial 11.1% increase from the current year's allocation of Rs 86.24 billion1. This…
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ADB’s Disaster and Pandemic Risk Financing Toolkit 2025 (Updated)

ADB’s Disaster and Pandemic Risk Financing Toolkit 2025 (Updated)

🔍 Introduction: Why Disaster and Pandemic Risk Financing Matters In an era marked by escalating natural disasters and global pandemics, the ability to respond swiftly and effectively hinges not just…
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Nepal First Public Health Conference: 10 Bold Declarations

Nepal First Public Health Conference: 10 Bold Declarations

Nepal has reached a historic milestone in its journey toward better health for all. The Nepal Public Health Association (NEPHA) recently organized the First Nepal Public Health Conference on Jestha…
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Nepal’s Healthcare Workforce: Status, Challenges, Trends, and Future Prospects

Nepal’s Healthcare Workforce: Status, Challenges, Trends, and Future Prospects

A robust and well-functioning healthcare system is the bedrock of a healthy society. At its core is a skilled, motivated, and equitably distributed healthcare workforce. For a nation like Nepal,…
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Health Financing of Nepal: Towards Universal Health Coverage?

Health Financing of Nepal: Towards Universal Health Coverage?

I. Introduction: The Foundation of a Healthy Nation Health financing—the way funds are raised, pooled, and spent—is the cornerstone of any robust health system. It directly influences the quality, equity,…
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Nepal’s Health Sector Policies and Programmes for FY 2082-83 BS (2025-26): Everything You Need to Know

Nepal’s Health Sector Policies and Programmes for FY 2082-83 BS (2025-26): Everything You Need to Know

🎯 Introduction: Why This Year's Health Policies Matter In the address to the joint session of the Federal Parliament, President Ram Chandra Paudel unveiled Nepal's strategic roadmap. This occurred on…
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Anaemia in Nepal: A Silent Health Crisis Affecting Women and Children

Anaemia in Nepal: A Silent Health Crisis Affecting Women and Children

In the shadow of Nepal's majestic mountains lies a concerning health crisis that affects thousands of families across the nation. Anaemia is a condition characterized by a deficiency of red…
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Nepal’s National Immunization: A Journey from Smallpox Eradication to HPV Prevention

Nepal’s National Immunization: A Journey from Smallpox Eradication to HPV Prevention

( Photo story: The lifelines of the HPV vaccination campaign ) Three Nepali schoolgirls celebrate after receiving their HPV vaccines during the nationwide campaign, showcasing Nepal’s commitment to protecting the…
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