Measles outbreak claims 21 lives in Afghanistan in June: WHO
Since the beginning of 2024, Afghanistan has reported 35,021 suspected measles cases with 147 associated deaths.
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WHO chief’s meeting with Taliban minister criticized as ‘slap on the face of women’
Critics argue that the meeting undermines the sacrifices of polio vaccinators reportedly killed in Taliban attacks.
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Taliban health minister meets WHO chief in visit to Switzerland
The ministry stated that the visit aims to enhance coordination between international health organizations and the Taliban-run health ministry.
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Heatwave in Balkh: Six children die from diarrhea
Balkh is currently experiencing scorching, sunny weather, with temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius
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UNICEF: One-third of Afghan women give birth outside health facilities
UNICEF, in partnership with the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank, has supported over 27,000 health workers in Afghanistan.
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In western Afghanistan, a father’s regret fuels polio vaccination campaign
Ghulam Rasool, Sayed's father, regrets his decision to prevent polio vaccination teams from entering their village five years ago.
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WHO reports 160 measles deaths in Afghanistan for 2024
Khost province reported the highest cumulative incidence of suspected measles cases.
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UNICEF reports over 24% of children in Afghanistan experience anxiety
UNICEF noted that this rate is ten times higher than the global average. Additionally, nearly 15 percent of Afghan children.
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Afghanistan: Badakhshan’s maternity hospital halts operations due to unpaid salaries
The hospital employs over 70 medical professionals, including doctors and nurses.
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Uzbekistan to re-test Afghan soda banned in Kyrgyzstan
Additionally, there have been no complaints from consumers about the product to date, the report said.