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 Are Physicians Permitted to Sell Medicines? Here’s What the Law and Code of Conduct Say The Drugs Act, 2035 (1978) and the Drug Registration Regulations, 2038 (1981) stipulate that medicines cannot be sold or distributed without proper registration, certification, and the availability of necessary human resources and infrastructure. Patients visit physicians for medical treatment. The physician examines the patient, diagnoses the illness, and prescribes the necessary medication; the patient then proceeds to a pharmacy to purchase it. However, in some instances, medicines are provided to patients directly from the physician’s own clinic or health institution. This gives rise to a significant question: are physicians permitted to sell medicines? This issue extends beyond a mere matter of professional jurisdiction between physicians and pharmacists. It encompasses concerns regarding the safe use of medicines, a patient’s right to choose , conflicts of interest , the pricing and quali...

 Medication for Travel-Related Nausea: How to Take It and What Precautions to Follow? Nausea, dizziness, and vomiting during travel—collectively known as " motion sickness "—occur when the signals received by the brain from the inner ear and the eyes do not align. Children, pregnant women, nursing mothers, the elderly, and individuals with underlying health conditions should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking any medication. Many people experience nausea, dizziness, and vomiting while traveling. Long-distance journeys, winding roads, heat, smoke, the speed of the vehicle, and certain odors can exacerbate these issues. This condition is commonly referred to as "motion sickness." It can be largely managed by taking certain precautions and, if necessary, using appropriate medication. Why does vomiting occur during travel? To maintain the body's balance, the brain receives information from the inner ear, the eyes, and the muscles and joints. When travelin...

 Why is it mandatory to test for hepatitis B and C when donating blood? Medical science says that hepatitis B and C infection can be transmitted through blood, so before giving blood to the patient, it is mandatory to test these viruses. Millions of patients around the world are given blood to save their lives. Surgery, accidents, childbirth, cancer, thalassemia, anemia - in all these cases blood is vital. But if this life-giving blood carries the hepatitis 'B' or 'C' virus, it can become a silent risk rather than a life saver. Therefore, it is very important to test for hepatitis B and C before giving blood to the patient. Is every blood donated around the world tested for hepatitis B and C? What is Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C? Hepatitis means inflammation or swelling of the liver. It can be caused by a virus attack, excessive alcohol consumption, medication or other reasons. In terms of blood circulation, Hepatitis B (HBV) and Hepatitis C (HCV) are considered the mos...

 Why is sex and reproductive education important for adolescents? Many adolescents are afraid of where to go, how to get services, whether there will be confidentiality, and whether their families will find out Why is sex and reproductive education important for adolescents? 16-year-old Sandhya Rai had consensual sex and was forced to have an unsafe abortion after becoming pregnant. Unwanted pregnancies and health problems are increasing due to lack of access to sex education and reproductive health services for adolescents in Nepal. 16-year-old ‘Sandhya Rai’ (name changed) was a 10th grader. She fell in love with a young man in grade 11 at the same school she attended. Both dreamed of getting married after completing their studies. One day, they went to Nagarkot to celebrate the young man’s birthday and stayed there. They had consensual sex. A few months later, Sandhya realized that her menstruation had stopped. After she told her mother, a test was done at the hospital. She was ...

 How are dentures fitted, and how durable are they? If your teeth are worn, broken, or have gum problems, you may need to have them extracted or have dentures fitted. There are two types of dentures, temporary removable and permanent fixed , which make chewing and speaking easier. If your teeth are worn, decayed, broken, or have gum problems, your dental health may deteriorate. This may lead to the need for tooth extraction or dentures. There may be a problem with broken teeth. In such cases, there is an option to have dentures fitted, which makes chewing, speaking, and smiling easier. There are mainly two types of dentures. Temporary removable and fixed, i.e. permanent. Types of dentures Temporary dentures Dental dentures are chosen according to the condition, number, and needs of the individual. These types of dentures can be removed, cleaned, and reinserted. This is an old option that has been used for a long time. Complete dentures These are used when there are no teeth left i...

 How is your bed? The importance of sleep and the science of bedding The mattress should be light but warm, using breathable materials such as cotton. Sleep is a basic need of human life, which directly affects physical, mental and emotional health. Using a moderately firm mattress and appropriate pillows for good sleep improves sleep quality and reduces health problems. Sleep is a basic need of human life, which directly affects physical, mental and emotional health. It is not just a means of relieving fatigue, but an important aspect of overall health. Scientific studies have proven that adequate sleep improves memory, weight control, increased immunity, blood pressure balance and mental performance. Many things play a role in good sleep. The most important and often overlooked aspect of these is the bed. The role of the bed is extremely important for good sleep, as it is the main means of comfort and support. Naturopath Dr. Pratiksha Pandey says that the bed is an important fou...

The number of diagnostic labs in Nepal is increasing rapidly and some labs are giving unnecessary tests and wrong reports. Labs that are not registered and accredited by the National Public Health Laboratory (NPHL) are considered illegal and increase the risk of fraud. NPHL has classified labs based on grades and international certifications, which ensure quality and reliability. Even if we see a common health problem these days, the first thing we do is search it on Google. We write down our symptoms, such as headache, stomach ache or fatigue. Google displays a list of possible diseases, ranging from mild to severe. We get scared, and we rush to the nearest lab and get various tests done. But this habit sometimes increases unnecessary expenses. Due to the fear of disease, we are also victims of fraud. The number of diagnostic labs in Nepal is increasing rapidly. The lab has become the base from simple checkup to complex disease diagnosis. But some labs may prescribe unnecessary tests...

 iOS 26.0.1 update for iPhone, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi problem solved Apple has released the iOS 26.0.1 update for its users. Although this update, which came on Monday, is not a major update, the company has presented it as an important version that fixes the errors seen in the previous version. According to Apple, the new update will resolve the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi ‘disconnection’ issues that appeared in iOS 26 . These problems were especially seen in the iPhone 17 series . Along with this, the company claims that the cellular network problem experienced by some users will also be resolved. iOS 26.0.1 and iPadOS 26.0.1 will fix connectivity errors seen in the iPhone 17 , iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro models . This version is expected to be useful for users who have complained of network stability problems after updating the previous version. The new update is available from iPhone 11 to later models. Users in Nepal will also be able to download and use the iOS 26.0.1 update.