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The multi dimensional path through chronic pain: A deep dive into the hidden biology of recovery
Will a landmark judgment spur progress from menstrual hygiene to menstrual justice?
History in making as governments draft a legally binding Treaty for rights of older persons
Breaking the Black Box: How Artificial Embryos and Lab-Grown Wombs Are Unlocking the Secrets of Human Life
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Nipah Virus: An Evolving Global Health Threat and the Path to Preparedness
Introduction The Nipah virus (NiV) represents one of the most significant viral threats to global health secur
APCAT Summit unites local governments to save lives from tobacco, TB, AMR and NCDs
Written by Shobha Shukla (Managing Editor of CNS),Summit of sub-national government leaders from over 121 cities of 12 countries in Asia and the Pacific region unitedly passed an important declaration in Jakarta, Indonesia to save lives from preventable causes of diseases and untimely deaths, like tobacco use, TB, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and non-communicable diseases (NCDs). […]
Air Pollution in Kathmandu: Why the ‘Fluctuating’ AQI is a Silent Killer
Air Pollution in Kathmandu has reached a critical tipping point in January 2026. While the AQI fluctuates, TheHealth Thread breaks down the medical reality of this silent emergency and why the ‘improving’ numbers are more dangerous than they seem. This fluctuation is dangerous. It tricks us into th
The Chemistry of Feeling: Why Your Mood Starts in the Gut
We’ve all heard the phrase “you are what you eat,” but we rarely take it literally. Usually, we think of it in terms of waistlines or heart health. However, a growing body of research suggests that our diet is actually the primary architect of our emotional world—proving that your mood starts in th
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Beyond the Bottleneck: A Blueprint for Sovereign Medicine Security in Nepal
Reviewed by Amrita Acharya, PhD Scholar (Pharmacy & Business Management) When a doctor in a rural health post in Karnali prescribes an antibiotic, they are acting on faith. Faith that the label matches the contents. Faith that the chemical structure hasn’t degraded in the heat. Faith that the regulatory system in Kathmandu has done its […]
Impacting positive change for those left behind
Written by Shobha Shukla (Managing Editor of CNS),Given the medical advancements today – in an ideal world, all children should be born free of infections like HIV, syphilis or hepatitis-B; all pregnant women should be accessing full spectrum of maternal and newborn care (including services to prevent vertical transmission of HIV, syphilis or hepatitis-B); and […]
Put people first mantra to drive WHO task force to save the medicines that protect us
Written by Shobha Shukla (Managing Editor of CNS),The United Nations apex health agency – the World Health Organization (WHO) – had announced the establishment of its first-ever civil society Task Force on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in October 2025. This marks a major shift in addressing AMR which is not only among the top 10 global […]
From shadow to light: Supporting unhoused persons to access lifesaving TB services
Written byShobha Shukla (Managing Editor of CNS),Bobby Ramakant (CNS Health Editor)The risk of getting TB disease is among the highest in unhoused and other marginalised persons but the likelihood of them seeking public TB services is low – and finishing lifesaving TB therapy is even lower. The delay is long – very long – for […]
Advanced Clinical Analysis of Hydrosalpinx Management Before In Vitro Fertilization: Comparing Surgical Strategies and the Role of 3D Imaging Diagnostics
Reviewed byDr. Asmita Pandey, MD,Specialist in Obstetrics, Gynecology & ARTI. Executive Summary: The Necessity of Pre-IVF Hydrosalpinx Management The successful outcome of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) cycles is significantly impaired by the presence of hydrosalpinx (HS), a common pathology among women with tubal-factor infertility.1 Clinical data consistently demonstrate that HS reduces pregnancy, implantation, and ultimately, […]
Tobacco-free and nicotine-free future is a bedrock to deliver on #EndTB and SDGs
Written by Shobha Shukla (Managing Editor of CNS),According to the latest WHO Global TB Report 2025 released a week ago, tobacco smoking is among the top-5 risk factors for the deadliest of all infectious diseases worldwide – tuberculosis (TB). In countries with alarmingly high tobacco use, like Indonesia, tobacco use is the biggest risk factor […]
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A Parent’s Guide to Managing Diarrhea and Ear Infections in Nepal
The multi dimensional path through chronic pain: A deep dive into the hidden biology of recovery
Will a landmark judgment spur progress from menstrual hygiene to menstrual justice?
History in making as governments draft a legally binding Treaty for rights of older persons
Breaking the Black Box: How Artificial Embryos and Lab-Grown Wombs Are Unlocking the Secrets of Human Life
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Air Pollution in Kathmandu: Why the ‘Fluctuating’ AQI is a Silent Killer
The Chemistry of Feeling: Why Your Mood Starts in the Gut
Beyond the Bottleneck: A Blueprint for Sovereign Medicine Security in Nepal
Impacting positive change for those left behind
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New Study Reveals Hidden Environmental Drivers Behind Nepal’s Ongoing Cholera Battle
The Silent Pandemic: Kathmandu’s Poultry Industry Is Breeding Untreatable Superbugs
The Silent Emergency: Domestic Violence and the Mental Health Crisis Among Nepalese Women
Nepal’s Drug-Resistant TB Rates Hold Steady, but New Antibiotic Resistance Sparks Concern
Rare Adult Case of IgA Vasculitis in Nepal Mimics Chronic StomachIssues for a Year
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Tobacco-free and nicotine-free future is a bedrock to deliver on #EndTB and SDGs
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Gateway to universal access to SRHR is human right to health
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Zimbabwe and Cambodia getting return on investment by addressing AMR
Written byShobha Shukla (Managing Editor of CNS),Bobby Ramakant (CNS Health Editor)Right to health is a fundamental human right. There is no doubt that everyone – without any exception or exclusion – should be able to live healthily in a rights-based manner – everywhere. Along with ensuring high to health is a reality for all, it […]
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Flaxseed: An Ancient Superfood for Today’s Health and Wellness
Plants have long been a cornerstone of traditional medicine and nutrition, with their bioactive components contributing significantly to their medicinal value. One such plant genus with notable bioactive phytochemicals is Linum usitatissimum , commonly known as flax. Flax is an ancient crop primari
Epistaxis
Nosebleeds, or epistaxis, are a common medical issue affecting approximately 60% of people in the United States at some point in their lives. Although most episodes are minor and self-limiting, around 6% of individuals experiencing nosebleeds will seek medical attention (Tunkel et al., 2020). In ch
Exploring the Role of Metabolic Psychiatry in Understanding Mental Health Disorders
Introduction: Metabolic psychiatry is an emerging field that investigates the bidirectional relationship between metabolic dysregulation and psychiatric disorders. Increasing evidence suggests that disturbances in metabolism, including alterations in glucose metabolism, lipid metabolism, and hormon
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Skipping Breakfast, Missing Health: What Nepal’s Adolescents Are Really Eating
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Dietary Pattern and Nutritional Status among Healthcare Professionals
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Flaxseed: An Ancient Superfood for Today’s Health and Wellness
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