The 2011 Nepal Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) provides up-to-date information on the population and health situation in Nepal. The 2011 NDHS is the fourth National Demographic and Health Survey conducted …
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National Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs) Program
Background Recognizing the importance of women’s participation in promoting health of the people, GoN initiated the Female Community Health Volunteer (FCHV) Program in FY 2045/46 (1988/1989) in 27 districts and …
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International Volunteer Day & 12th National FCHVs Day
The International Volunteer Day (IVD) mandated by the UN General Assembly, is held each year on 5 December. It is viewed as a unique chance for volunteers and organizations to …
The Himalayantimes daily (1st Dec 2015) Key facts(Source of Info: World Health Organization) Fact sheet N°360 Updated November 2015 HIV continues to be a major global public health issue, having …
Global Health Issues 25 November 2015 International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women WHO releases a new tool for medical and legal professionals to ensure that proper evidence …
the himalayantimes daily (25th Nov2015)
World Prematurity Day is observed on 17 November. Preterm is defined as babies born alive before 37 weeks of pregnancy are completed. There are sub-categories of preterm birth, based on …
TheHimalayantimes National Daily (5th Nov 2015)
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“Universal Access to Condom for Dual Protection” 21st Condom Day celebration in Pokhara
Nepal Government Celebrate National Condom day in Every 1st Saturday after Dashain/Kojagarat Purnima, 21st National condom day was observed nationally with the slogan ”UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO CONDOM FOR DUAL PROTECTION” …
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WHO Model List of Essential Medicines (April 2015) 19th edition
The WHO Model Lists of Essential Medicines has been updated every two years since 1977. The current versions are the 19th WHO Essential Medicines List. The core list presents a …
