Health
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Afghanistan Launches New Round of Polio Vaccination in Several Provinces
Afghanistan begins a new door-to-door polio vaccination campaign across multiple provinces amid ongoing virus transmission risks.
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Sharp Decline in Cholera and CCHF Cases Reported in Afghanistan
Afghanistan sees sharp declines in cholera and Congo fever cases, but health services remain strained amid mass returns and limited…
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EU: Over 21 Million in Afghanistan Lack Access to Safe Drinking Water
The EU warns over 21 million Afghans lack safe drinking water, citing health risks and increasing reliance on foreign aid…
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WHO Warns of Sharp Rise in Pneumonia Cases in Afghanistan
WHO reports sharp rise in pneumonia and dengue in Afghanistan as healthcare system struggles under Taliban rule and declining foreign…
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Taliban Health Ministry, WHO Discuss Strengthening Tuberculosis Response
Taliban health officials and WHO discuss boosting tuberculosis prevention, diagnosis, and treatment efforts in Afghanistan amid a fragile health system.
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Taliban Health Minister to Visit India Amid Expanding Medical Cooperation
Taliban Health Minister to visit India for talks on expanding medical ties, amid growing aid despite New Delhi's refusal to…
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Gas Heater Safety Concerns Rise as Winter Cold Sets In Across Balkh
Safety warnings rise in Balkh as cold weather boosts gas heater use, raising risks of carbon monoxide poisoning and oxygen…
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500 Free Eye Surgeries Conducted in Helmand Province
500 free eye surgeries were conducted in Helmand, Afghanistan, as part of a 10-day program benefiting thousands with exams, tests,…
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WHO Urges Greater Investment in Afghanistan’s Healthcare System
WHO calls for more investment in Afghanistan's healthcare, warning of growing needs, financial strain, and limited access to essential health…
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New Polio Case Reported in Nangarhar After Three-Month Lull
A new polio case has been confirmed in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province, raising concerns amid ongoing vaccination and eradication efforts.