WHO reports two new polio cases in Afghanistan
The latest cases in Kunar and Helmand bring Afghanistan's total number of wild poliovirus infections this year to six, WHO.
Health
Afghanistan, Health
3.7 million Afghan children face acute malnutrition, report says
A new nutrition alert says conditions are deteriorating across most of Afghanistan ahead of the peak hunger season.
Health, Human Rights
MSF says female staff member detained by Taliban in Herat
MSF says a female health worker was held for two days after being accused of violating Taliban-imposed dress requirements.
Health
3.7 million children in Afghanistan face acute malnutrition, WHO says
Nearly 95,000 children are expected to suffer from life-threatening severe acute malnutrition with medical complications, the agency says.
Economy, Health
Taliban open pharmaceutical exhibition amid push for local medicines
Taliban say local pharmaceutical manufacturing has expanded sharply in recent months.
Health
Afghanistan launches new polio campaign amid continuing access challenges
Taliban health authorities said the three-day campaign aims to vaccinate 8.3 million children across 20 provinces.
Economy, Health
Over 13.8 million people face acute food insecurity in Afghanistan, WFP says
The WFP says women and children are among the hardest hit by worsening economic and humanitarian pressures.
Health
Afghanistan sees one maternal death every hour, WHO reports
Preventable complications continue to drive one of the world’s highest maternal mortality rates, despite gains in access to care.
Health, Women
Women in Badghis report rising deaths amidst lack of maternal care
Women in the area said all deliveries now take place at home, often assisted by untrained local birth attendants.
Health
WHO urges vaccinations in Afghanistan as many children miss routine immunizations
Appeal during World Immunization Week highlights gaps in coverage and risks from preventable diseases.