New 50-Bed Infectious Disease Hospital Opens in Kunduz with EU and WHO Support
A new 50-bed hospital specializing in infectious diseases has been inaugurated in Kunduz province, funded by the European Union and facilitated by the World Health Organization (WHO). The facility provides critical care services for residents in the northeast region of Afghanistan.
According to released information, the health center is expected to serve over 56,000 people by 2026, including more than 10,000 children under the age of five. Focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases, the hospital will play a vital role in reducing the risk of spreading communicable illnesses.
Additionally, the establishment of this center enhances the capacity of northeastern areas—especially the provinces of Kunduz, Badakhshan, Baghlan, and Takhar—to quickly identify suspected cases and respond promptly to disease outbreaks. This measure is key to preventing a health event from escalating into a widespread crisis.
Health experts emphasize that timely access to medical services and an effective surveillance system are crucial factors in controlling infectious diseases, a matter of increased importance given Afghanistan’s vulnerable healthcare conditions.
