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3 in 5 babies not breastfed in the first hour of life Breastfeeding within an hour after birth is critical for saving newborn lives 31 July 2018  News Release New York/Geneva An …

Breastfeeding provides the strongest foundation for lifelong health and optimal nutrition WHO SEARO MEDIA CENTRE  By Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia Exclusive breastfeeding for the …

79 new leprosy patients found in Siraha RSS LAHAN, July 22: A total of 79 new patients of leprosy have been found in Siraha district, according to the Health Division at …

Kaski declared fully immunized district  July 11, 2018 With Pokhara Metropolitan City earning the status of the fully immunized metropolis, Kaski was declared a fully vaccinated district today. After running …

World Population Day was marked across the country  July 11, 2018 As World Population Day was marked across the country by organising various programmes today, 24 per cent of married …

India has achieved groundbreaking success in reducing maternal mortality By Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia WHO commends India for its groundbreaking progress in recent years …

Global Health 50/50 Report (2018)   Global Health 50/50 is an independent initiative created to advance accountability and action for gender equality in global health. Its Advisory Council is an …

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 …

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 …

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 …