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Early Detection in Action

On a sunny February day in Pokhara, children of all ages lined up for a medical screening that could save them from two life-threatening diseases prevalent in their community.

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Healthier Dogs, Safer Snow Leopards

This spring, our partners at the Snow Leopard Conservancy hosted vaccination and animal welfare clinics in the remote district of Manang, benefiting both people and wildlife.

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The Doctor Is (Almost) In

At 25, Dammara is in her final year of medical school with hopes of becoming a cardiologist. But her journey to get here has not been easy.

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A New Reality in the Khumbu

For high-altitdue adventurers, melting ice means greater exposure to avalanches and unstable slopes. But communities living lower in the mountains are facing a much deeper threat.

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Norkyi’s Song on a Ghiling Afternoon

In this blog series, Tom Hayes shares reflections from his recent trip to Nepal with the AHF team. In the third part, we hear about his visit at a pre-school in Ghiling, Mustang.

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Inside HRDC: Celebrating Success and Optimizing for the Future

In this blog series, Tom Hayes shares his reflections on his recent trip to Nepal with the AHF team. In part two, we spotlight the worldwide recognition of HRDC’s program and our commitment to sustaining its impact.

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Inside HRDC: World-Class Talent, Clubfoot Breakthroughs

In this blog series, Tom Hayes shares stories from his trip to Nepal with the AHF team. His first piece delves into the history of the HRDC, and how the hospital became one of the most active and successful clubfoot treatment centers in the world.

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One Year Later in Thame

One year ago today, the remote Himalayan village of Thame was forever changed when a catastrophic glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) swept through the valley, destroying homes, a school, a clinic, and cutting off power to the entire region.

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Celebrating Everest Day - May 29, 2025

As we mark the 72nd anniversary of the first ascent of Everest, my thoughts are with the Sherpa people and the growing challenges we face.

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Emergency Relief for Tibetan Refugees

In the wake of recent cuts to U.S. government aid, the Tibetan community faces fresh concerns over access to food, medical care, housing and education.

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