2026-03-05
An unprecedented operation in Kabul ends years of suffering for one patient and signals a major step forward for Afghanistan’s medical capabilities.
2026-02-21
A new specialized cancer hospital in Kabul aims to expand treatment access, strengthen local expertise, and reduce costly travel abroad for Afghan patients.
2023-08-22
Addiction is a serious problem in Kandahar, residents say, adding that support from aid agencies is critical in treating the thousands of addicts who need help.
2023-06-20
The UN and a Swedish organisation have established 20 clinics across Samangan offering free medical treatment to women and young children.
2023-05-30
'The role of women in polio vaccination campaigns is more effective than that of men and has yielded better results,' said a vaccination team leader in Herat city.
2023-05-25
Daricha Sehat (Window of Health) has treated some 37,000 patients since its creation in 2017, but its patient load has surged to historic highs in recent months.
2023-05-22
Drug addiction is 'a major social problem that stems from poverty, unemployment, economic problems, violence and insecurity', said one analyst.
2023-05-08
The 50-bed hospital in Kunduz means residents of the 4 northeastern provinces no longer have to risk their lives on long journeys to Kabul if they fall seriously ill.
2023-04-25
Residents of some areas in Helmand province suffered from a lack of safe drinking water for many years, and had to buy water or use water that carried diseases. Now water is free and clean.
2023-03-08
Residents of Chamtal and Chahar Bolak districts welcomed the international assistance, as recent droughts have caused serious water shortages.
