Cancer prevention is not a vague wellness slogan. It is one of the most evidence-backed strategies in modern medicine. The strongest global evidence shows that roughly 30% to 50% of cancers are preventable, and many of those preventable cases are linked to everyday choices: tobacco, alcohol, excess body weight, inactivity, poor diet, infections, and delayed … Read more

Cancer treatment feels expensive because it isn’t a single service; it’s an entire care system delivered over weeks to years: diagnosis, staging, surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, targeted drugs, immunotherapy, scans, hospital stays, and long-term follow-up. In Nepal, costs rise further due to imported medicines, limited high-end equipment, and the “hidden” non-medical expenses of travel, time, and … Read more

Cancer Day is more than a date on the calendar. Observed globally on February 4, it is a collective moment to reflect on how cancer affects individuals, families, and societies and how awareness, prevention, and early action can change outcomes. The World Cancer Day 2026 theme, “United by Unique,” highlights a simple but powerful truth: … Read more

Cancer is often discussed as a single disease, but in reality, it includes many conditions that can behave differently depending on biological sex, hormones, and anatomy. One common and important question is:Are cancer symptoms the same in men and women? The answer is not always. While many cancer symptoms overlap, some signs, risks, and disease … Read more

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a global initiative focused on education, prevention, early detection, and timely treatment of one of the most preventable cancers affecting women. In Nepal, cervical cancer remains a major public health challenge. Many women are still diagnosed at advanced stages due to limited screening access, social stigma, and lack of … Read more

Cancer is no longer a rare disease. Across Nepal, the number of people diagnosed with cancer has been steadily increasing due to longer life expectancy, lifestyle changes, environmental factors, and improved diagnostic capabilities. For patients and families facing a cancer diagnosis, one of the most important questions is often simple but deeply personal: “Who is … Read more

Introduction Cancer remains one of the most pressing healthcare challenges globally, and Nepal is no exception. The demand for specialized oncological care has grown in recent years, driven by increasing awareness, improved diagnosis, and an evolving healthcare system. Among the professionals leading this transformative journey Dr. Sudip Shrestha is a name synonymous with excellence, compassion, … Read more

Introduction Advances in cancer treatment have transformed the landscape in recent years. Among these, immunotherapy has emerged as a powerful tool  harnessing the patient’s immune system to attack cancer cells. Under Dr Sudip Shrestha’s leadership at the Nepal Cancer Hospital & Research Center, this modality is being incorporated thoughtfully into oncology practice in Nepal with … Read more

Diet and lifestyle that causes cancer: When it comes to cancer prevention, the evidence is increasingly clear. Your everyday choices around diet and lifestyle play a major role. In fact, research suggests that up to 30–50% of cancer cases could be avoided by improving diet and lifestyle related factors.  In this post we will explore … Read more