Health
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WFP: Prolonged Wars in Afghanistan Increase Disability and Hunger Risks
WFP warns that prolonged wars in Afghanistan have increased disability rates and hunger risks, urging inclusive food aid for those…
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WHO Expresses Regret Over US Withdrawal, Warns of Global Health Risks
WHO regrets the US withdrawal, warning it may harm global health. The US plans direct cooperation on disease surveillance, bypassing…
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UK Provides £8 Million to Combat Child Malnutrition in Afghanistan
The UK pledges £8 million to UNICEF-led efforts to tackle child malnutrition in Afghanistan, benefiting over 150,000 children directly.
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Afghan Health Minister Stresses Domestic Medicine Production as Key to Solving Pharma Challenges
Afghan Health Minister highlights the need for domestic medicine production to reduce import dependence and improve sustainable access to medicines.
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Shortage of Health Facilities in Helmand: 70% of Centers Operate Without Proper Buildings
70% of Helmand's health centers operate without proper buildings, limiting access to quality care, especially in remote districts, under the…
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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.