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Diarrhea epidemic in west Dang comes under control
My Republica, 28 May 2018, RSS
A diarrhea epidemic broke out at various parts of Shantinagar Rural Municipality- 3 and 4 in west Dang has come under control.
According to local representative Kaman Singh Dangi, 1,202 people of 887 households of Patetakura and Akali were affected by the disease till Sunday. Among them, one is being treated in Nepalgunj, 14 have been admitted to the Rapti Zonal Hospital and 10 are undergoing treatment at the City Hospital, Tulsipur. Remaining others have already returned home.
Meanwhile, precaution has been taken to stop the possible spread of the disease. Consumption of water from the local Maili River has been stopped. Supply of water from tankers in Tulsipur to the affected areas continues. Schools have been closed. Separate medical teams from the Nepal Army and government hospitals are rendering medical care to the affected.
Earlier on Sunday, every family in the affected zone were provided a bucket, soap and water purifiers.
RSS, My Republica, 28 May 2018
May 28 International Day of Action for Women’s Health
May 28 is the International Day of Action for Women’s Health, which for over 30 years, women’s* rights advocates and allies in the sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) movement worldwide have commemorated in diverse ways. Year after year, women, girls, advocates and allies have continued to take action and stand up for sexual and reproductive rights for what they are: an indivisible and inalienable part of our human rights.
Read more: http://www.may28.org/
Menstrual Hygiene Day #NoMoreLimits – Empowering Women and Girls Through Good Menstrual Hygiene
Menstrual Hygiene Day (MH Day) is a global platform that brings together non-profits, government agencies, the private sector, the media and individuals to promote Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM).
MH Day raises awareness of the challenges women and girls worldwide face due to their menstruation and highlights solutions that address these challenges, including through media work.
It catalyses a growing, global movement for MHM and supports partnerships at global, regional, national and local level. MH Day also creates opportunities for advocacy for the integration of MHM into global, national and local policies, programmes and projects.
WASH United is the initiator of MH Day in 2013. WASH United coordinates MH Day, develops overall campaign content and manages the MH Day network of more than 410 partner organisations.
On 28 May 2014, MH Day was celebrated for the first time.
VISION
To create a world in which every woman and girl can manage her menstruation in a hygienic way – wherever she is – in privacy, safety and with dignity.
MISSION
Menstrual Hygiene Day will help to break the silence and build awareness about the fundamental role that good menstrual hygiene management (MHM) plays in enabling women and girls to reach their full potential.
The theme for MH Day 2018 is “#NoMoreLimits – Empowering Women and Girls Through Good Menstrual Hygiene.”
Menstrual Hygiene Day 2018 #NoMoreLimits
Menstrual Hygiene Day 2018 #NoMoreLimits
Read more: http://menstrualhygieneday.org/
Winners of the public health prizes 2018
Public health prizes reward and recognize major achievements, with proven impact for health gains in countries, for example, newborn and maternal health in India, palliative care for children with terminal illnesses in Costa Rica, drug safety in the Republic of Korea, support for cancer patients in Algeria, and innovative research for people with diabetes in Malaysia.
The prizes are established either in the name of eminent health professionals and international figures or by prominent foundations that commit to support international and global public health innovation and success. Every year, national health administrations and former prize recipients submit nominations. The review of the nominations is made by specialized selection panels established by each of the foundations awarding a prize. The WHO Executive Board, in its January session, designates the winners based on recommendations made by the selection panels.
This year’s winners were presented with their awards on Friday, 25 May 2018 during the plenary meeting of the Seventy-first World Health Assembly.
Ihsan Doğramacı Family Health Foundation Prize
The Ihsan Doğramacı Family Health Foundation Prize is awarded to a person or persons globally recognized for their service in the field of family health. The 2018 prize of US$20 000 has been awarded to Professor Vinod Kumar Paul from India – for his remarkable work as a researcher, clinicians, educator and advocate in the area of newborn and maternal health, especially in developing countries.
The Sasakawa Health Prize
The 2018 Sasakawa Health Prize of US$30 000 for outstanding innovative work in health development, has been awarded to Fundación Pro Unidad de Cuidado Paliativo (Pro Palliative Care Unit Foundation) from Costa Rica – a non-profit organization recognized for its outstanding work to protect the rights of children and adolescents with terminal illnesses.
United Arab Emirates Health Foundation Prize
The 2018 United Arab Emirates Health Foundation Prize for an exceptional contribution to health development has been awarded to The Korea Institute of Drug Safety and Risk Management (KIDS) from the Republic of Korea. KIDS works relentlessly improving health in the country through prevention and recognition of drug-related issues, supporting evidence-based decisions on drug-safety, disseminating safety information and increasing public awareness.
His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Prize for Research in Health Care for the Elderly and in Health Promotion
The 2018 His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Prize was awarded to Association El Badr, Association d’aides aux malades atteints de cancer (the El Badr Association, Cancer Patient Association) from Algeria. This prize is provided by the State of Kuwait Health Promotion Foundation to individuals, institutions or organization having made outstanding research accomplishments in the areas of elderly health care and health promotion. The El Badr Association is recognized as an inspiring example of the involvement of civil society in social and humanitarian actions.
The Dr LEE Jong-wook Memorial Prize for Public Health
The 2018 Dr LEE Jong-wook Memorial Prize for Public Health has been awarded to Dr Nazni Wasi Ahmad from Malaysia. She is recognized for her contribution to innovative research in forensic entomology, in particular her work to facilitate the healing of wounds and foot ulcers caused by diabetes. Dr Ahmad developed new therapeutic methods that are effective, affordable, simple and available at any time and in any health care setting. Including primary health care facilities. This decreases the burden on the health care system for treating diabatic ulcers.
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Thyroid patients prone to depression
Kathmandu, May 19
A study has revealed that anxiety and depression are very common among thyroid disorder patients in the country.
Research conducted by Binu Gorkhali, a lecturer at Nepal Institute of Health Sciences, and her team, revealed this. They had conducted the research on 129 thyroid disorder patients at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital. All the patients were above 20 years of age. Depression was prevalent in 42.6 per cent patients whereas, anxiety was prevalent in 50.4 per cent patients.
From among the patients, depression prevalence was significantly high in females. Around 47.1 per cent of women were found to be suffering from depression while only 25.9 per cent male patients suffered depression. Various diseases can affect mental health of people. “There is a co-relation between thyroid, anxiety and depression.
People are likely to suffer from anxiety and depression when they suffer from thyroid disorder as hormones released from thyroid gland regulates central and peripheral nervous system and as there is a problem in the regulation of hormones, the nervous systems too is affected.”
Irritability, moodiness, nervousness, hyperactivity, trouble sleeping and difficulty concentrating are common symptoms among thyroid patients,” said Dr Mrigendra Amatya.
The thyroid gland is a butterfly shaped organ located in the base of the neck which releases hormones that control metabolism.
“Though the research is conducted in a small group of patients from one hospital, an extensive field-based country-wise epidemiological studies are necessary to provide accurate information on connection between thyroid dysfunction, anxiety and depression,” said Dr Mrigendra Amatya.
A study has revealed that anxiety and depression are very common among thyroid disorder patients in the country.
Research conducted by Binu Gorkhali, a lecturer at Nepal Institute of Health Sciences, and her team, revealed this. They had conducted the research on 129 thyroid disorder patients at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital. All the patients were above 20 years of age. Depression was prevalent in 42.6 per cent patients whereas, anxiety was prevalent in 50.4 per cent patients.
From among the patients, depression prevalence was significantly high in females. Around 47.1 per cent of women were found to be suffering from depression while only 25.9 per cent male patients suffered depression. Various diseases can affect mental health of people. “There is a co-relation between thyroid, anxiety and depression.
People are likely to suffer from anxiety and depression when they suffer from thyroid disorder as hormones released from thyroid gland regulates central and peripheral nervous system and as there is a problem in the regulation of hormones, the nervous systems too is affected.”
Irritability, moodiness, nervousness, hyperactivity, trouble sleeping and difficulty concentrating are common symptoms among thyroid patients,” said Dr Mrigendra Amatya.
The thyroid gland is a butterfly shaped organ located in the base of the neck which releases hormones that control metabolism.
“Though the research is conducted in a small group of patients from one hospital, an extensive field-based country-wise epidemiological studies are necessary to provide accurate information on connection between thyroid dysfunction, anxiety and depression,” said Dr Mrigendra Amatya.
HIMALAYAN NEWS SERVICE (May 20, 2018)
World Thyroid Day 2018: Lifestyle and diet change for better thyroid management
World Thyroid Day is an annual awareness day that was established in 2008 during the congress of the European Thyroid Association (ETA). It focuses on increasing awareness of thyroid health and educating about prevention and treatment of thyroid diseases.
World Thyroid Day is an annual awareness day that has been held on May 25.The theme for 2018 is ”Lifestyle and diet change for better thyroid management”
The thyroid gland, often referred to as simply the thyroid, is one of the largest endocrine glands. This butterfly‑shaped gland is located in the neck. Hormones produced by the thyroid influence critical body functions and regulate metabolism, therefore thyroid health is extremely important.
Thyroid disorders are very common worldwide, they affect people of all ages and have a large range of symptoms. The most common thyroid disorders include hyperthyroidism (abnormally increased thyroid activity), hypothyroidism (abnormally decreased thyroid activity), thyroiditis (inflammation of the thyroid gland) and thyroid cancer. They are often caused by iodine deficiency. World Thyroid Day aims at increasing public awareness of thyroid deceases, namely the importance of their timely diagnosis, treatment and prevention. World Thyroid Day events and activities are coordinated by the European Thyroid Association, the American Thyroid Association, the Latin American Thyroid Society, and the Asia & Oceania Thyroid Association.
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Worldwide, around 200 million people suffer from thyroid disorders, with almost 50% of cases remaining undiagnosed. This has consequences for health and well‑being, since this little organ regulates processes that are essential to survival. Creating and raising awareness of thyroid disorders is the aim of International Thyroid Awareness Week (May 22 to 28), which Merck is also supporting and is being held for the ninth time. “It’s not you. It‘s your thyroid” is the theme of this year’s Thyroid Awareness Week. With this theme, Thyroid Federation International (TFI) – the initiator of Thyroid Awareness Week – wants to make it clear that thyroid disorders lead to symptoms that are often misinterpreted by those affected.
http://www.merckgroup.com/en/media/topics/thyroid_awareness_week_2017.html
Menstrual hygiene policy on the cards
Kathmandu, May 24
The government is set to bring National Menstrual Hygiene Management Policy so as to place menstrual hygiene in the human rights framework.
The new policy of the government aims to spread awareness, discourage superstition and cultural malpractices related to menstruation. The draft of the policy will soon be tabled in the Parliament.
The new policy, if endorsed by the Parliament, will address long-term physical and mental health problems related to menstruation health of women and give them easy access to sanitary pads and other things women need during menstruation. The policy will also help end discriminatory practices against menstruating women.
“The main aim of the policy is to help in the management of menstrual hygiene and improve physical and mental health status of women in the country,” said Dinesh Adhikari, assistant spokesperson, Ministry of Water Supply and Sanitation.
The draft talks about problems faced by women during menstruation, taboos and misconception related to menstruation, and presents strategies of the government needs to adopt to solve the problems.
“Human rights of women are violated as women living in the mid- and far-western regions of the country are forced to leave their houses and live in a shed during menstruation. Several women are raped, killed and run the risk of being attacked by animals. The draft menstrual hygiene management policy advocates for the rights of women to live a dignified life,” added Adhikari.
(HIMALAYAN NEWS SERVICE) Published: May 25, 2018
Menstrual hygiene policy on the cards
23 May 2018
News Release
Geneva
World Health Assembly delegates today agreed an ambitious new strategic plan for the next five years. The Organization’s 13th General Programme of Work (GPW) is designed to help the world achieve the Sustainable Development Goals – with a particular focus on SDG3: ensuring healthy lives and promoting wellbeing for all at all ages by 2030.
Speaking to the Health Assembly, Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told delegates that the new strategic plan was ambitious because “it must be”.
Delegates noted that the Organization will need to make a number of strategic shifts in order to achieve these targets, notably to step up its public health leadership; focus on impact in countries; and ensure that people can access authoritative and strategic information on matters that affect people’s health.
Key topics during this Health Assembly
Today, the debate turns to WHO’s work in emergencies. Over the coming days, delegates will make decisions relating to the International Health Regulations (2005), the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness Framework, noncommunicable diseases (NCDs); cholera, tuberculosis; snakebite; physical activity; digital health; assistive technology; polio virus; and health conditions in the occupied Palestine territory. The Health Assembly will also discuss other topics including: access to essential medicines and vaccine and women’s, children’s and adolescent’s health.
The World Health Assembly is attended by delegates from WHO Member States as well as representatives from many agencies, organizations, foundations and other groups that contribute to improving public health. Member States approve resolutions in committee before formally adopting them in the plenary session at the end of the Health Assembly, on 26 May.