Health

This space invites reflections on all discourses of public health. How to ensure that common people can have better services in the health domain? What's the role of private sector? Is it possible to forge synergies and partnership for affordable public health system that maximize the role not only of civil society but also private sector?
What' s about the role of social protection mechanisms? Nepal is going to have soon a public health insurance system. How will it work? Which kind of coverage will it have?

You can write about a specific health issue, you can talk about public policies for a better inclusive health system. You can also share about health funding and overall national strategies to achieve MDGs.

A trainee's perspective in Nepal on the transformative power of psychosocial counseling in nursing care

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For nurses in Nepal, psychosocial counseling in nursing care is a game-changer, providing much-needed support in a high-stress setting. It addresses the stigma associated with mental health, offers a secure environment for self-expression, and improves self-awareness and mental wellness. With more resilience, better patient care, and greater healthcare collaboration

PLASTIC WASTE INCREASED DURING THE COVID19 PANDEMIC, WHAT CAN WE DO?

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The increase of waste has been a concern since long time ago, and COVID-19 make this worst.

How Gender Inequality Has An Impact On HIV

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Women are at greater risk of contracting HIV.

Musing on the World AIDS Day

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People say you choose your own path. However, sometimes the path chooses you and you return to tred it no matter how many more paths you walk on. That path becomes your journey and your destination. It beomes your calling. I entered the field of HIV as a 24 yr old not knowing that it will become my life.

Himalayan Outdoor Festival 2015 [Event Recommendation]

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"The FOURTH iteration of the celebration of human-powered adventure sports, music and getting into the Himalayan lifestyle is happening on the 21st of March, 2015 at Hattiban hills which overlook our beautiful Kathmandu Valley.

A wilderness sporting extravaganza that brings climbers, mountain bikers, athletes and nature lovers from all around the world together to celebrate the spirit of adventure in the great Himalayan outdoors."

More at: http://himalayanoutdoorfestival.com/

BAGMATI RIVER & BAGMATI CIVILIZATION PRESERVATION & PROTECTION

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COMMITTMENTS FOR A MORE DISABLED FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT

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At the workshop on "Policies Regarding Disabled and Elderly Access and Accommodation in Public Places and Public Venues within Nepal's Laws",  some voluntary commitments were made to achieve tangible results within 6 months from the date of workshop by the participants.  This video shows some of the commitments that were made.  Some of these commitments can be implemented in individual work environments.  For all to see and volunteer to do.

Part 1 of 5: ON DISABLED ACCESSIBLE TOURISM IN NEPAL

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This 5 part series on "Challenges of Disabled Accessible Tourism in Nepal" is based on a talk program given to some hoteliers at Radisson Hotel.  It was arranged by Four Season Travel & Tours Pvt. Ltd.  The objective was to discuss the possibilities and advantages of disabled accessible tourism in Nepal by highlighting  the issues related to whole concept of disabled accessibility and need for the development disability access in Nepal so it will benefit all. 

DISABLED ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES HARDIK HOTEL, BAG BAZAAR, KATHMANDU

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This video gives some background about how an existing ramp, assumed as complinat for the disabled, was modified and how a new complying bathroom and new ramps were constructed on this private premises but a public venue.  The newly constructed facilities meet acceptable access standards and are based on the requirements of the California Building Code.

Burn Ward of Bheri Zonal Hospital Nepalgunj

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Last week, I went to the  burn ward of Bheri Zonal Hospital, Nepalgunj. I met with two kids who caught fire in their home. There is a small room with 6 beds. An AC is attached on the wall, but not in function since long time. I have taken few monochrome (B/W) pictures. Here are some pics from my collection.

 

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