Health
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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.
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Afghanistan Launches Nationwide Survey and Re-registration of Pharmacies to Enhance Drug Sector Regulation
Afghanistan begins nationwide survey and re-registration of pharmacies to improve drug quality, regulation, and public trust in healthcare services.
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International Efforts Continue to Combat Polio in Afghanistan
IOM continues polio vaccination efforts in Afghanistan, focusing on remote, high-risk areas to protect children and women against polio.
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Authorities Burn 125 Tons of Substandard Medicine in Helmand Amid Rising Drug Quality Concerns
Helmand authorities burn 125 tons of poor-quality and expired medicines amid rising concerns over drug safety and regulation in the…
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Monitoring of Steam Boiler Production Begins Nationwide to Ensure Safety and Standards
The Standards and Quality Department has begun monitoring steam boiler production in the country to ensure safety, transparency, and adherence…
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India Donates Six Equipped Ambulances to Afghanistan’s Ministry of Public Health
India donates six modern ambulances to Afghanistan's Ministry of Public Health to enhance emergency medical services and patient transportation.
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Over 28,000 Kilograms of Substandard Medicines Burned in Helmand Province
Helmand authorities burn over 28,000 kg of expired and substandard medicines to protect public health amid regulatory challenges.
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Health Centers Operating in Torkham to Assist Returnees from Pakistan
Nangarhar operates 12 health centers, a hospital, and a disability center at Torkham to provide 24/7 care for returnees from…
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UNODC and JICA Host Three-Day Workshop on Drug Prevention in Afghanistan
UNODC and JICA conducted a three-day workshop in Afghanistan to strengthen drug prevention efforts through international standards and scientific approaches.