Stories by
Deepak Thapa
Senior Correspondent · Kathmandu
Two decades reporting on public policy and infrastructure.
19 stories
Health
Hydration and rest in hot weather
General ways to manage heat during daily activity.
Deepak ThapaSeptember 21, 2026 · 1 min readHealth
Starting a conversation about mental health
Listening, respecting privacy and finding support.
Deepak ThapaSeptember 20, 2026 · 1 min readHealth
Understanding hospital referrals
The usual steps from primary to specialist care.
Deepak ThapaSeptember 20, 2026 · 1 min readHealth
Safer drinking water during the monsoon
Basic attention to water sources and storage.
Deepak ThapaSeptember 20, 2026 · 1 min readHealth
What to check on a medicine label
General information on names, expiry and instructions.
Deepak ThapaSeptember 20, 2026 · 1 min readHealth
The role of community health workers
Their contribution to outreach, access and referrals.
Deepak ThapaSeptember 19, 2026 · 1 min read