Draft:National Cardiac Centre

National Cardiac Centre, located in Kathmandu, Nepal, was established in 2020 with a focus on preventive treatment for heart disease, a major concern in Nepal

Background
The center initiates public health programs aimed at preventing heart disease, including awareness campaigns, heart health screenings, and free health camps in rural areas. Collaborating also with other organizations, it conducts free health screening camps, reaching vulnerable populations.

Activities
Recently, it has provided heart health screening for over 200 individuals who quit smoking in an anti-smoking campaign and also committed to provided free care for the remaining 1400 individuals.

Centre offers training to health journalists, helping them understand medical concepts and language. This empowers journalists to produce accurate, scientifically sound news, enhancing public access to reliable health information and raising awareness about heart health.

Additionally, it conducts training programs for journalists, healthcare providers, and the public on basic life support. In September 2023, it organized a Guinness World Record Attempt on World Heart Day, showcasing its commitment to raising awareness about heart health.