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Publication Health resources and Internet with reference to HealthNet Nepal(Kathmandu University, 2003) MR, PradhanTechnologies with the ability to send information in a fast, efficient and cheap fashion, such as the Internet – can provide dramatic improvements in access to information, advice and care. This article discusses importance of Internet, applications of Internet in providing information services in the health field. The Internet was developed in western countries and the information flow is from North to South. But for decision making within a country, information generated within a country is needed. For this, an organization like HealthNet Nepal is developed. The article discusses the various services of HealthNet Nepal and discusses about its unique features as compared to commercial ISPs. Key words: Internet; Discussion groups, Application of InternetPublication ICTs Application for Better Health in NEPAL(Kathmandu University, 2004) MR, PradhanTechnologies with the ability to send information in a fast, efficient and cheap fashion- such as the Internet- can provide dramatic improvements in access to information, advice and care. This article explores the strengths and weaknesses of Internet to augment traditional health services and supply new ones. In doing so, it presents concrete cases in the developing world, with reference to Nepal, where Internet is being used for health-related activities- ranging from patient/doctor consultation through database services, to the management of epidemics.