Listen First: International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking Every year 26th June is celebrated as International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. By resolution 42/112 of 7 December 1987, the General Assembly decided to observe 26 June as the International Day against Drug Abuse …
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International Day of Yoga: Yoga for Peace Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word ‘yoga’ derives from Sanskrit and means to join …
World Sickle-cell Day 2018 World Sickle Cell Day was established by the United Nations. It was celebrated first time on 19th of June in 2009. United Nations General Assembly (63rd session) has declared …
Blood Connects us All – World Blood Donor Day Every year, on 14 June, countries around the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day. The event serves to thank voluntary, unpaid …
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India has achieved groundbreaking success in reducing maternal mortality
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 …
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Nepal in the pathway of reaching the first 90 of the 90-90-90 goal through task shifting.
Nepal in the pathway of reaching the first 90 of the 90-90-90 goal through task shifting. Sanjeev Raj Neupane and Dr Imran Muhammad Many developing countries around the world are …
Road Traffic Accident (RTA) or Massacre? Sanjeev Raj Neupane I was reading an article during lunch break by one of my friend about “Karnali highway and Prosperity Dreams” I was distracted by …
”Tobacco Breaks Hearts” World No Tobacco Day 2018 Every year, on 31 May, WHO and partners mark World No Tobacco Day (WNTD), highlighting the health and other risks associated with …
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 …