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Full CoverageWill governments make the tobacco industry pay for all the harms it causes?
A global coalition is demanding that Big Tobacco be held financially accountable for $1.4 trillion in annual societal costs. The Make Big Tobacco Pay campaign urges governments to enforce WHO treaty obligations and ensure that the industry, not taxpayers, covers the full costs of its deadly and polluting products.
Turning development justice analysis into collective actions
Against a backdrop of global backlash, the Women Deliver Conference 2026 in Melbourne served as a radical site of resistance. Leaders like Kate Lappin and Matcha Phorn-in called for the de-corporatization of care, the protection of indigenous lands against exploitative "development," and a unified front for sexual and reproductive justice
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Shifting Power to the People: The Historic Promise of Women Deliver 2026
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· Reviewed byProf. Dr. Kishor AdhikariProgress at CSW70 despite increasing pushbacks against gender equality
Shobha ShuklaAPCAT Summit unites local governments to save lives from tobacco, TB, AMR and NCDs
Shobha ShuklaNepal Boosts Child Health: Re-procuring Life-Saving Malnutrition Treatment
Nepal’s Department of Health Services is re-procuring Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) to combat severe acute malnutrition (SAM) in children. This crucial initiative ensures a steady supply of this highly effective, home-based treatment, safeguarding the health and development of vulnerable children across the nation and reflecting Nepal's ongoing commitment to improving child nutrition outcomes.
Read Update →Nara Organics Infant Formula Recalled Due to Potential Botulism Risk for Babies
Nara Organics has voluntarily recalled all lots of its powdered infant formula as a precaution against possible Clostridium botulinum contamination. Infant botulism, though rare, can be very serious for babies. Parents should immediately stop using this product and seek medical advice if their infant shows any symptoms like lethargy or feeding difficulties. This recall prioritizes infant safety.
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The invisible must get served first by a legally binding treaty for older persons
UN drafts a legally binding treaty to protect older persons' human rights. Ageism and discrimination end here. Older adults demand rights, not charity. Development justice for all ages.
Beyond the Zaire Paradigm: Genomic Complexity and the 2026 Bundibugyo Ebola Crisis
WHO declares rare Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak a global health emergency. 536 suspected cases, 134 deaths in DRC/Uganda. Existing vaccines ineffective; the diagnostic gap delays detection by 4 weeks.
Feminist Lens on AMR: Why Gender Inequality Fuels Drug Resistance
Gender inequality fuels antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Women, girls, and gender‑diverse people face harmful norms, caregiving burdens, violence, stigma, and limited access to timely healthcare, all of which increase infection risk and inappropriate antibiotic use. AMR disproportionately affects those who cannot seek or complete treatment due to social, economic, and cultural barriers. A feminist, rights‑based, gender‑transformative AMR response is essential to ensure early diagnosis, equitable care, and policies that protect the most marginalized.
The Global Race for Hantavirus Immunity
A global push to develop the first licensed hantavirus vaccine has accelerated after the deadly 2026 Andes virus outbreak on the MV Hondius. Advances in structural biology, mRNA engineering, DNA platforms, and freezer‑free stabilization technologies are reshaping vaccine development. Despite scientific momentum, limited commercial incentives and biological challenges continue to delay progress. With climate change driving more frequent outbreaks, coordinated global efforts like CEPI’s 100 Days Mission aim to transform future hantavirus events from crises into manageable public‑health responses.
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Understanding Hantavirus and Nepal’s Preparedness
A deadly Hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship in May 2026 reignited global concern about this rodent‑borne virus, a threat that already affects Nepal. Hantaviruses, carried by rats, mice, and voles, spread when virus‑contaminated dust becomes airborne. In Asia, they cause Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (HFRS); in the Americas, the far deadlier Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS).
Beyond the Operating Room: The Unseen Psychological and Socioeconomic Toll of Kidney Transplantation
Kidney transplantation remains a life‑saving intervention, but new evidence shows that its true impact extends far beyond surgical success. Recent systematic reviews reveal that both donors and recipients face significant psychological, socioeconomic, and long‑term physical challenges that are often overlooked. Donors may mask distress, experience fatigue, or feel guilt after complications, while recipients struggle with anxiety, financial strain, and unequal access to follow‑up care. Additional risks, including iron deficiency and increased skin cancer rates, further complicate recovery. Emerging research and KDIGO guidelines call for a holistic, lifelong care model that integrates mental health support, socioeconomic assistance, and improved patient education to ensure genuine post‑transplant well‑being.
Turning development justice analysis into collective actions
Against a backdrop of global backlash, the Women Deliver Conference 2026 in Melbourne served as a radical site of resistance. Leaders like Kate Lappin and Matcha Phorn-in called for the de-corporatization of care, the protection of indigenous lands against exploitative "development," and a unified front for sexual and reproductive justice
High-Priority Pathogens in Nepal
I. National AMR Snapshot (2024–2028) Strategic Context: Under the National Action Plan, Nepal is moving toward genomic surveillance (SPEED project) and real-time digital reporting (SORMAS/EWARS). Clinical Priority (ESKAPE Group): * Acinetobacter spp.: 72% MDR (High ICU risk)K. pneumoniae: 56% MDR (Carbapenem-resistance rising). E. coli: 51% MDR (45.6% presumptive ESBL-producers).
Shifting Power to the People: The Historic Promise of Women Deliver 2026
Against a backdrop of climate crises and rising anti-gender politics, Women Deliver 2026 makes its historic debut in Melbourne. Leaders like Julia Gillard and Louisa Wall explain why shifting power to First Nations women is the key to demanding true global justice."
A Clinical Perspective on Maternal Hematology: The Third Trimester and Fetal Growth Outcomes
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From legacy to future: A global bibliometric analysis of the Ross procedure over 60 years
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Continuous alternate day vs intermittent daily fixed doses of oral isotretinoin in grade 2 acne vulgaris
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Electrospun fibers as cosmetic carriers: A systematic review of formulation components and clinical evidence
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From legacy to future: A global bibliometric analysis of the Ross procedure over 60 years
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Managing manuscripts with potential dual-use research of concern: A thematic analysis of life science journal policies
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Opinion & Analysis
The Impact of Plastic Teabags on South Asian Health and Environment
Are Microplastics Hiding in Your Tea? The Risk: Steeping a single plastic tea bag at 95°C releases 11.6 billion microplastics and 3.1 billion nano plastics directly into your cup. The Solution: Protect your health and the environment by choosing loose-leaf tea or verified plastic-free bags made from Abacá or organic cotton.
Progress at CSW70 despite increasing pushbacks against gender equality
Headline: CSW70: Historic Vote Breaks 70 Years of UN Consensus Summary: In a dramatic departure from tradition, the 70th UN Commission on the Status of Women adopted its "Access to Justice" roadmap via a recorded vote. Despite a retaliatory push by the USA to dilute language on reproductive rights and gender identity, a 37-nation majority "held the line," signaling a deepening global divide over the future of gender equality.
How Organs-on-a-Chip and Bioprinting are Redefining Human Medicine
Organs-on-a-Chip: The Future of Drug Discovery and Personalized Medicine Animal models fail nearly 90% of the time in predicting human drug responses. A new wave of microfluidics, bioprinting, and stem‑cell engineering is transforming biomedical research. From lung‑on‑a‑chip to vascularized kidney organoids and patient‑specific iPSC models, micro‑physiological systems are reshaping toxicology, pharmacology, and regenerative medicine. This article explores the breakthroughs driving this shift — and what it means for the future of human‑relevant science.
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Experts Urge Indonesia to Ratify Global Tobacco Treaty and Enforce Industry Accountability
The invisible must get served first by a legally binding treaty for older persons
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Nepal’s Rapid Transition from Youth Bulge to Ageing Society
How Body Shaming is Fueling a Mental Health Crisis in Kathmandu’s Schools
Preventing, finding and treating all TB at ground zero
Unjust Access: Breaking the Systemic Barriers to Global Gender Justice
From Petri Dishes to Micro-Struggle: Realities of Food Microbiology in Nepal
The Impact of Plastic Teabags on South Asian Health and Environment
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