Health
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Alarming Overuse of Antibiotics in Afghanistan Poses Serious Public Health Risk
A U.S. report warns excessive antibiotic use in Afghanistan threatens public health, driven by cultural norms and weak healthcare infrastructure.
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Taliban Officials Warn of Cancer Surge Linked to Fake Pakistani Drugs
Taliban officials link rising cancer cases in Afghanistan to counterfeit Pakistani drugs, call for international investigation and stricter import controls.
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UNFPA Distributes Maternal and Newborn Care Kits in Afghanistan
UNFPA is distributing maternal and newborn care kits in Afghanistan to support postnatal health in areas with limited medical access.
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Taliban and Iran Sign Agreement on Pharmaceuticals and Medical Equipment
Iran and the Taliban have signed a deal to cooperate on pharmaceuticals, including drug supply and medical training in Afghanistan.
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India Offers to Export High-Quality Pharmaceuticals to Afghanistan
India expresses readiness to export high-quality, affordable medicines to Afghanistan and explores local pharmaceutical investment opportunities.
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India Reaffirms Health Aid Commitment to Afghanistan
India pledges continued health aid to Afghanistan, including medicine, vaccines, and medical equipment to support urgent and long-term healthcare needs.
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UNICEF Builds Wells in Nangarhar to Combat Waterborne Diseases
UNICEF installs water wells in Nangarhar, Afghanistan, to curb waterborne diseases and improve access to safe drinking water in rural…
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Afghan Health Delegation Visits Iran to Boost Pharmaceutical Cooperation
Afghan and Iranian health officials meet to enhance pharma ties, discuss trade, regulatory cooperation, and capacity building for Afghanistan.
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Save the Children Warns of Worsening Hunger Crisis Among Afghan Children
Save the Children warns that over 9 million Afghan children will face severe hunger by March 2026 amid deepening humanitarian…
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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.