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Nepal’s Strategic Shift: Saving Lives Through Pesticide Regulation

September 23, 2024

Dr. Rakesh Ghimire, a key figure in Nepal’s public health initiatives, spearheaded efforts to ban hazardous pesticides. His work with the country’s pesticide regulatory board has led to a significant reduction in suicide rates.

Categories Angel Sightings Tags Nepal, Poisoning, Suicide

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