According to the Department of Public Health, Ministry of Health (MoH), it is the farmers and students that are most affected by the recent malaria outbreak in Sarpang. It is mainly due to their occupation, lack of preventive measures and behaviors that leave them vulnerable to the vector-borne disease. MoH …

The Electronic Patient Information System (ePIS) at the Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital (JDWNRH) has come a long way since its launch on 18 April 2023. Initially, there were a lot of challenges, but this comprehensive Electronic Health Record (EHR) system is now revolutionizing patient information management. ePIS encompasses …

Health Minister Dasho Dechen Wangmo has outlined the policies to address the declining fertility rates in the country, and emphasized the far-reaching consequences of this trend, not just for individual families, but for the nation as a whole. “The decrease in fertility rates affects not just families, but it will …

In the wake of recent global concerns regarding the safety of medicines (cough syrup), Bhutan’s commitment to ensuring the safety of imported pharmaceuticals has come to the forefront. The Bhutan Food and Drug Authority (BFDA) assured that the medicines imported are done through thorough regulations including the importers to furnish …

With an incidence rate of 20.5 cases per 100,000 women, the Cervical Cancer disease has gripped the attention of the Bhutanese community and authorities alike. Cervical Cancer, while treatable when detected early, has remained a leading cause of death among Bhutanese women. Between 2014 and 2018, over 300 cases of …

A rapid rise in conjunctivitis cases has sparked concerns in Gelephu, as the public battles to contain the rapid spread of the infection. The Gelephu Central Regional Referral Hospital (CRRH) reported an overwhelming 1,434 registered cases of conjunctivitis within just 9 days from 7 to 16 August. Health professionals are …

The traditional concept of a stable, full-time job is gradually transforming as the concept of freelancing gains popularity worldwide. The impact of the transformation has reached Bhutan as many skilled Bhutanese are embracing the flexibility and opportunities presented by the gig economy. The gig economy is a work arrangement where …

Concerns have been raised regarding the steps taken by the government to control prices of the commodities in the market. Prime Minister (PM) Dasho Dr Lotay Tshering assured that vigilant measures are in place, ensuring the investigation on the price fluctuations. Amid reports of rice price hikes in certain areas, …

Growing concerns surrounding attrition rates in the health and education sectors have prompted discussions on the retaining of skilled professionals. Bhutan has experienced notable losses in both sectors with the people leaving for destinations abroad, generating apprehension about the overall functionality and quality of services. Responding to these concerns, the …

A 27 percent increase in tiger numbers, reflecting successful conservation strategies and ecosystem health As per the National Tiger Survey Report, there has been a significant surge in the number of tiger count in Bhutan, which indicates the amount of effort put in for the conservation and a conducive environment …