Health 2020-04-06 Chinese cover-up of coronavirus fueled world pandemic, top official says If China had been transparent about how dangerous COVID-19 was at the beginning, the world would have had time to react, saving thousands of lives and avoiding much of the current chaos. 2020-04-06 Herat authorities ramp up fight against coronavirus 'We will continue our fight against the coronavirus the same way as we fight against the terrorists,' said one police officer. 2020-03-31 Fatemiyoun members gather in crowds despite escalating coronavirus threat Despite the overwhelming news coverage of the virus, the Iranian-led Afghan militia appears ignorant of the dangers of such close social contact. 2020-03-31 Afghans in Iran infected with coronavirus denied care at hospitals Workers in Iran are returning home because hospitals there are refusing to admit sick Afghans and forcing them to rely on over the counter medication. The consequences have been fatal. 2020-03-30 Kunduz residents welcome government attention to healthcare services Kunduz health officials are taking steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the province and to increase public access to health services. 2020-03-27 Afghan government to free up to 10,000 prisoners to slow spread of coronavirus The government decree is not for those who have committed crimes against national and international security. 2020-03-24 Spotlight shines on coronavirus lies spread by China, Russia and Iran Despite overwhelming evidence, leaders in China, Russia and Iran are spreading disinformation about the origin of COVID-19, each for their own malign reasons. 2020-03-23 Iran rejects US help to fight coronavirus as number of infections soar Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected vital help even as Iran becomes a greater threat to world health with its increasing number of infected and its ill-advised policies. 2020-03-20 In photos: Afghanistan prepares to fight coronavirus Health workers across the country have been spraying disinfectant in high-traffic areas in cities and handing out masks to citizens. 2020-03-17 Iran dumps refugees infected with coronavirus across Afghan border The forced deportation by the Iranian regime of infected individuals and those suspected of having COVID-19 exponentially increases the risk of a major outbreak in Afghanistan. 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Next
