Health
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Taliban Health Ministry, WHO Discuss Strengthening Tuberculosis Response
Taliban health officials and WHO discuss boosting tuberculosis prevention, diagnosis, and treatment efforts in Afghanistan amid a fragile health system.
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Taliban Health Minister to Visit India Amid Expanding Medical Cooperation
Taliban Health Minister to visit India for talks on expanding medical ties, amid growing aid despite New Delhi's refusal to…
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Gas Heater Safety Concerns Rise as Winter Cold Sets In Across Balkh
Safety warnings rise in Balkh as cold weather boosts gas heater use, raising risks of carbon monoxide poisoning and oxygen…
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500 Free Eye Surgeries Conducted in Helmand Province
500 free eye surgeries were conducted in Helmand, Afghanistan, as part of a 10-day program benefiting thousands with exams, tests,…
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WHO Urges Greater Investment in Afghanistan’s Healthcare System
WHO calls for more investment in Afghanistan's healthcare, warning of growing needs, financial strain, and limited access to essential health…
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New Polio Case Reported in Nangarhar After Three-Month Lull
A new polio case has been confirmed in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province, raising concerns amid ongoing vaccination and eradication efforts.
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WHO Reports Sharp Rise in Respiratory Illnesses in Afghanistan
WHO reports a 54% rise in respiratory-related deaths in Afghanistan amidst healthcare shortages and cooling weather, raising urgent funding concerns.
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Global Donors Pledge $1.9 Billion to Eradicate Polio
At the Abu Dhabi summit, global leaders and donors pledged $1.9B to fully eradicate polio, with major funds from Gates…
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Over 3,000 People With Disabilities Registered at Herat Orthopedic Center
Over 3,000 people with disabilities have been registered at Herat's Red Cross Orthopedic Center, many injured by landmines and traffic…
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Hospitals in Samangan Now Operate 24/7 with Solar Power
Samangan hospitals in Afghanistan now provide 24/7 care using 100kW of solar energy, improving surgery and neonatal services with UNDP…