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WHO: Measles claims 21 lives in Afghanistan in one week

The weekly number of suspected cases surged by 6.2 percent, reaching 4,043, the report says.

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More than 318 dead as infectious diseases surge in Afghanistan, WHO says

The WHO warned of a “significant surge” in communicable diseases such as measles, pneumonia, and malaria.

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WHO warns of mental health crisis in Afghanistan, launches new support programs

Most hospitals across Afghanistan’s 34 provinces still lack specialized psychiatric services, according to the report.

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WFP says aid cuts jeopardize malnutrition treatment for 1.7 million women and children in Afghanistan

The UN agency warned that the cuts come amid intensifying economic hardship and worsening food insecurity.

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Taliban say more than 5,000 children living with thalassemia in Afghanistan

Taliban official called on relevant aid agencies, including ICRC, to support efforts for helping thalassemia patients.

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EU marks Midwives’ Day with call to empower Afghan women in health sector

“Empowering Afghan midwives saves lives," EU says.

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On Midwives’ Day, UN warns of worsening maternal health crisis in Afghanistan

KABUL, Afghanistan — As the world marks the International Day of the Midwife under the 2025 theme “Midwives: Critical in.

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Red Cross and Red Crescent warn of worsening malnutrition crisis in Afghanistan

While the malnutrition crisis affects the entire country, Kandahar and Paktika provinces are among the hardest hit, the report stated.

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The impact of aid cuts is that millions die, UN deputy chief says after visiting Kandahar hospital

“This is real,” Fletcher said. “And I can’t sugar this pill.”

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WHO warns of mounting health needs in Afghanistan as disease outbreaks surge

WHO said it had provided emergency health services to nearly 172,000 people in March across 20 provinces.

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