Health
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Mobile Health Team to Provide Free Eye Care Services in Khost Province
A Taliban-run mobile health team will offer free eye surgeries, exams, and glasses in Khost province from January 10-22, 2026.
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Afghan Health Minister Highlights Crucial Role of Private Sector in Improving Healthcare Services
Afghanistan's Health Minister stresses the private sector's vital role in quality healthcare, urging coordination, domestic resources use, and prioritizing public…
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Over Two Thousand Boxes of Medicine Burned in Spin Boldak to Prevent Sale of Substandard Drugs
Over 2,000 boxes of smuggled medicines were burned in Spin Boldak, Kandahar to stop the sale of substandard drugs amid…
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Air Pollution in Kabul Worsens with Onset of Winter
Air pollution in Kabul has surged with winter's arrival, raising health concerns for children, elders, and those with respiratory conditions.
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UNICEF Rebuilds Water Networks in Underserved Areas of Afghanistan
UNICEF Afghanistan is rebuilding water networks in underserved areas to provide children with clean water and protect them from diseases.
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4.5 Million Afghanis Worth of Supplies Delivered to Panjshir Health Centers
Panjshir health centers receive 4.5 million Afghanis in medical and essential supplies from MoUF to address critical equipment shortages.
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UNICEF Assesses Over 1.2 Million Afghan Children for Acute Malnutrition in November
UNICEF assessed over 1.2 million Afghan children in November for malnutrition, highlighting urgent needs amid poverty and access challenges under…
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Afghanistan’s Health Minister Visits Parwan to Assess Medical Services and Pledge Improvements
Afghanistan's Health Minister visits Parwan to inspect healthcare services and promises to tackle ongoing problems in medical facilities and access.
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Afghanistan Plans to Ban Import of Pakistani-Made Medicines by End of 2025
Afghanistan’s Taliban administration plans to ban Pakistani-made medicine imports by end of 2025, raising concerns over drug access and healthcare…
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IOM Reports Serious Challenges in Access to Health Services in Afghanistan
IOM highlights serious challenges in Afghanistan's health services, with millions, including returnees, facing shortages amid rising pressures in 2025.