- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Early Childhood Education and Development
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Occupational Health and Safety Research
- HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
- Family and Disability Support Research
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Workplace Health and Well-being
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Resilience and Mental Health
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Infant Development and Preterm Care
- COVID-19 Digital Contact Tracing
- Public Health and Nutrition
Kathmandu University
2020-2024
Dhulikhel Hospital
2024
The construction industry in Nepal, which employs a significant proportion of the population, ranks as one largest industries country. Construction work is physically demanding and can be risky due to use heavy machinery presence intense physical labor. However, mental health workers Nepal often neglected. This study aimed assess psychological distress (depression, anxiety, stress symptoms) its association with socio-demographic, lifestyle, occupational factors among Kavre district, Nepal.We...
Nepal moved from a unitary government to federal system of in 2015 under its constitution. is democratic republic governed by three levels government: federal, provincial, and local level. The response COVID-19 has been majorly led controlled the government. All are performing their responsibilities; however, they face various challenges responding COVID-19. This study aimed critically analyze Nepal's health context response.We conducted semi-structured in-depth interviews telephone among...
The transition to the "test-and-treat" policy in Nepal 2017, coupled with rapid initiation of antiretroviral therapy (ART) 2020, necessitates an in-depth understanding factors influencing ART and retention. This study investigates these from perspectives healthcare providers, families/communities, people living HIV (PLHIV). Employing a qualitative design, interviews were conducted 24 clients 26 providers across different provinces Nepal. A comprehensive interview guide facilitated...
<title>Abstract</title> <bold>Background:</bold> World Vision launched the Inclusive Playful Parenting for a Brighter Childhood (IPP4BC) project in identified vulnerable communities Nepal and Uganda to mitigate risk children at of poor development due COVD 19. The intervention, based on nurturing care framework, offered customized parenting curriculum young children, emphasizing holistic through behavior change approaches tailored local contexts. Objective: To evaluate effect IPP4BC project,...
Abstract Background World Vision launched the Inclusive Playful Parenting for a Brighter Childhood (IPP4BC) project in identified vulnerable communities Nepal and Uganda to mitigate risk children at of poor development due COVD 19. The intervention, based on nurturing care framework, offered customized parenting curriculum young children, emphasizing holistic through behavior change approaches tailored local contexts. Objective To evaluate effect IPP4BC project, early childhood (ECD)...
Introduction Breastfeeding would not be sufficient to meet the micronutrient requirement of children after six months and more prone iron deficiency anemia. Micronutrient powder (MNP) can mixed with semi-solid food feed aged 6-23 months, contains 12 different micronutrients, one appropriate strategies. The study’s objective was assess adherence MNP its predictors among in Rasuwa district Nepal.
 MethodsA cross-sectional study conducted Uttargaya rural Kalika municipality 200 mothers who...
Introduction: Breastfeeding would not be sufficient to meet the micronutrient requirement of children after six months and more prone iron deficiency anemia. Micronutrient powder (MNP) can mixed with semi-solid food feed aged 6-23 months, contains 12 different micronutrients, one appropriate strategies. The study’s objective was assess adherence MNP its predictors among in Rasuwa district Nepal. Methods: A cross-sectional study conducted Uttargaya rural Kalika municipality 200 mothers who...