Health
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UNICEF Warns 3.7 Million Afghan Children Under Five at Risk of Malnutrition
UNICEF warns 3.7 million Afghan children under five face high malnutrition risk amid worsening food insecurity and limited healthcare access.
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WHO Warns Polio Remains Endemic in Afghanistan
WHO warns polio remains endemic in Afghanistan, urging sustained funding and stronger health services to protect children and expand vaccination…
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Distribution of 1.9 Million Mosquito Nets Begins in Three Eastern Provinces of Afghanistan
Over 1.9 million mosquito nets are being distributed in Nangarhar, Kunar, and Laghman provinces to prevent malaria and dengue and…
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New Polio Vaccination Campaign Launched in Kunar and Nuristan Provinces
A new polio vaccination campaign begins in Kunar and Nuristan provinces, targeting millions of children to boost immunity and eradicate…
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Closure of 572 Health Centers in Afghanistan Leaves 3.3 Million Without Medical Services
WHO reports 572 health centers closed in Afghanistan since 2025, leaving 3.3 million people without healthcare amid severe funding shortages.
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UN OCHA Facilitates Essential Health Services for Mothers in Badakhshan’s Pangani Region
UN OCHA supports essential health services for mothers and children in Badakhshan's remote Pangani region, improving access to vital care.
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Around 150 Health Centers in Afghanistan Shut Due to Budget Shortfalls, WHO Reports
WHO reports about 150 health centers in Afghanistan have closed since early 2026 due to budget cuts, impacting millions' access…
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Uzbek Merchants Pledge to Supply Medicines for Afghan Heart Defect Patients
Uzbek merchants commit to supplying medicines for Afghan patients with congenital heart defects amid shortages and upcoming specialized hospital plans.
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New ICU Unit Established at Balkh Hospital with $1.5 Million Funding
UNDP establishes a $1.5 million ICU unit at Balkh hospital, fully equipped with advanced medical gear and solar power to…
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150 Health Centers Closed in Afghanistan Due to Budget Shortages
150 health centers in Afghanistan have closed due to budget shortages, threatening millions' access to basic health services amid a…