Kanti Children's Hospital

Exploring factors contributing to inappropriate use of antibiotics for common childhood illnesses among parents in Nepal: a qualitative study

Abstract Background Inappropriate antibiotic use contributes to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and is particularly concerning in children, who frequently experience common infections. Evidence on how parents use antibiotics for common childhood illnesses in Nepal is limited. This...

Strengthening Childhood Cancer Care in Nepal (DECAN-CHILD): Protocol for Evaluating Quality, Financial Burden and Health System Readiness Through a Prospective Cohort Study

Background Strengthening health systems in low-and middle-income countries (LMICs) like Nepal is essential for equitable, high-quality diagnosis and treatment and improved survival from childhood cancer. This study aims to quantify care intervals and their determinants; assess th...