Health
Bhutan’s first toe-to-thumb surgery gives young man second chance at hand function
A team of Bhutanese and German surgeons has successfully performed the country’s first-ever toe-to-thumb reconstructive surgery. It restored the hand...
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Death of five-year-old at Tashichhoeling Hospital raises concerns over doctor shortage
The death of a five-year-old girl at Tashichhoeling Hospital in Samtse has once again highlighted concerns on the country’s persistent...
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Samtse Hospital’s CT scan to resume operations within a month
The CT scan machine in Samtse Hospital, which has remained idle for around six months, is expected to become operational...
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Health ministry partners with social media influencers to raise awareness on NCDs
Knowing the signs and symptoms of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as stroke and hypertension is crucial for early prevention and...
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Over 120 chilli powder samples from Paro’s Dogar Gewog tested for lead contamination
Chilli powder, a staple spice in Bhutanese kitchens, may contain harmful levels of lead. To verify this, over 120 chilli...
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Volunteer contributions strengthen Bhutan Health Trust Fund, 11 districts raise over Nu 9 M
In a show of solidarity, communities from the country came together to raise funds for the Bhutan Health Trust Fund....
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Royal Centre for Infectious Diseases nears structural completion in Thimphu
A topping-out ceremony at the construction of the Royal Centre for Infectious Diseases (RCID) was held in Gidakom in Thimphu...
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Nearly 70 elderly people restore sight in Trashigang eye camp
Nearly 70 elderly people from Trashigang have regained their vision following successful eye surgeries at Trashigang Hospital. The weeklong mobile...
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Pasakha residents await action amid rising pollution concerns
People living near the Pasakha Industrial Estate in Phuentshogling are already bearing the brunt of air pollution caused by factories....
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Master programme in Acupuncture and Moxibustion in Bhutan reduces need for overseas studies
With the introduction of the Master Programme in Acupuncture and Moxibustion at the Faculty of Traditional Medicine, the government is...
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