Health

Taliban Official Claims Male Doctors Are ‘Mahram’ for Female Patients Amid Restrictions on Women’s Medical Education

Taliban minister states male doctors are 'mahram' for female patients amid restrictions on women's medical education in Afghanistan.

Afghan Officials Deny Claims of Demands for Low-Quality Drugs from Some Afghan Traders

Afghan health officials address claims that some Afghan traders requested low-quality drugs from Bangladeshi manufacturers, emphasizing zero tolerance for compromised…

Taliban Administration Announces New Drug Pricing Plan to Curb High Costs

The Taliban announces a new nationwide drug pricing plan to curb high medicine costs and crack down on low-quality imports.

UNICEF: Reduction in Unvaccinated Children in Afghanistan Is Life-Saving

UNICEF highlights the vital importance of reducing unvaccinated children in Afghanistan to save lives and prevent disease amid economic challenges.

New Primary Healthcare Center Opens in Tagab, Kapisa with $60,000 Funding

A new primary healthcare center opens in Tagab, Kapisa with $60,000 funding amid health service challenges in Afghanistan. Funding source…

Cardiac Sciences Institute Set to Open Soon at Sardar Dawood Khan Hospital in Kabul

The new Cardiac Sciences Institute at Kabul's Sardar Dawood Khan Hospital will offer heart disease diagnosis, treatment, and training services,…

WHO Warns of Unvaccinated Returning Children Threatening Public Health in Afghanistan

WHO warns that unvaccinated returning children in Afghanistan risk spreading contagious diseases, urging stronger vaccination and healthcare support nationwide.

India Donates 131 Cartons of TD Vaccine to Afghanistan

India donates 131 cartons of TD vaccine to Afghanistan to support vaccination programs and improve public health services.