Nepal Ministry of Health Issues Guidelines for Two-Day Weekend Implementation
Summary
The Nepal Ministry of Health has issued guidelines to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services following the government's introduction of a two-day weekend holiday policy.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Health and Population has issued directives following Nepal's move to a two-day weekend public holiday policy.
- Hospitals are instructed to reschedule non-emergency services like elective surgeries on Sundays to align with patient convenience.
- Critical hospital departments, including inpatient and emergency services, will operate uninterrupted 24/7.
- Hospitals must display holiday service availability and maintain ambulance readiness to ensure continuous patient care.
