Baglung's 65-year old COVID-19 patient recovers, to be discharged shortly

A 65-year old female of Baglung, sixth COVID-19 patient of Nepal, who had been infected by COVID-19 has recovered from the illness and tested negative for the virus.

Second COVID-19 patient of Nepal recovers, discharged from hospital today

Prasiddhi Shrestha, second COVID-19 patient has been discharged from Shukraraaj Tropical & Infectious Disease Hospital, Teku after receiving 27 days of treatment.

State 5 govt to facilitate people's travel back to home during lockdown  

The State 5 government has started facilitating those heading to home on foot during the nationwide lockdown.     The government decided to help them reach home with the availability of required food on the way upon realising that a growing flow of pedestrians desperate to go home during lockdown increased risk of the COVID-19.    

Locals not to disturb resumption of Tatopani border point 

Locals at Melamchi and surroundings have been positive to facilitate the import of medical equipments and safety materials via Tatopni border point to combat COVID-19.    

COVID-19 patient say, “I’m doing well. How are you?” 

 The fifth and sixth COVID-19 infected patients detected in Nepal, both from Baglung district, are currently in isolation at Dhaulagiri Hospital.    

PM Oli highlights urgent need of a human-centered new world order   

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has highlighted an urgent need of a human-centred new world order that makes higher investment in human health noting a dialogue to that end needs to be initiated with the end of this pandemic.    

Xi'an Municipality of China donates medical supplies to Nepal   

vince, the People' Xi'an Municipality of Shaanxi Pros Republic of China, has provided medical supplies in the fight against COVID-19 pandemic.

Nepali New Year 2077 BS being marked across the country today   

The Nepali New Year 2077 BS is being marked today by exchanging greetings of the best wishes across the country. 

Lightning kills two, injures nine   

Two persons died and nine others got injury after being struck by lightning in the district last night. The dead ones are 13-year-old Rajmani Rai and 38-year –old Nirmala Bishwokarma from Kopilasgadhi rural municipality-1 of the district.    

282 test negative in State-1 

Real time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test and Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDT) for Corona Virus has shown negative result in 282 people in State-1 so far. A total of 211 samples collected for testing were sent to the Koshi Zonal Hospital, Biratnagar and BP Koirala Institute of Health Science, Dharan from various parts of the State.  

Indian construction workers in quarantine feel relief  

Twenty six Indian labourers who were constructing Dadeldhura district hospital are now staying in Bhimduttanagar- based quarantine. They were heading home after the shutdown of activities owing to the threat of deadly COVID-19 outbreak but got stranded midway.    

KAHS, Jumla, successfully conducts first brain hemorrhage surgery

Organising a press meet on Friday, the hospital notified that a team of doctors on leadership of neurosurgeon and Assistant Professor, Dr. Nilam Khadka had successfully conducted the surgery on Dhan Bahadur Raut, 65 of Hima Rural Municipality-1.

 Health Minister Dhakal: We are in better position in regard to COVID-19 prevention in South Asia  

Coronavirus has been an issue of prime global health concerns as the contagious disease has so far spread to almost across the world and the World Health Organisation has already declared the outbreak a pandemic.    

Crucial facts about COVID-19: Stop the Spread

Not everyone needs to be tested for COVID-19. Only hospitalized patients, symptomatic medical staff, people in close contact with infected patients, and visitors from the epidemic area should be tested for COVID-19. Most people suffer from mild illnesses and may recover at home.

PM Oli calls UAE Crown Prince, talks about protection and treatment of Nepalis   

: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has called the Crown Prince of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to express concern regarding the safety and treatment of Nepalis in the UAE.  

One dead and 500 Nepalis infected with COVID-19 in US  

 Nepalese Americans living in various parts of the US have also been affected by the Coronavirus that has taken huge toll in the country. So far, one Nepali-origin American citizen is reported to have died while around 500 have been infected with the COVID-19 disease. However, the number could not be independently verified. 

NRNA initiates fund raising drive in aid of coronavirus-affected Nepalis   

The Non Resident Nepalis Association (NRNA) has started a fund raising campaign in aid of the Nepali nationals affected by COVID-19.    

Let's act in unison for the protection of human civilization: DPM and High Level Committee Coordinator Pokhrel  

The government has issued a stay at home order- lockdown till April 7 in order to contain the novel coronavirus. There is no other effective option than the lockdown at present to protect people. Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Ishwor Pokhrel is heading the high

Jhapa Red Cross urges for blood donation   

The district chapter of Nepal Red Cross Society has urged one and all to voluntarily donate blood. The Red Cross made this appeal after facing acute shortage of blood.   

Three harrowing stories of surviving COVID-19

Some people experience relatively mild symptoms, or even no symptoms at all. Others have no option but hospital treatment. We have spoken to three people who were hospitalised after developing Covid-19.