The World Health Organization (WHO) says it has reached more than 42,000 people across some of Afghanistan’s most vulnerable communities with essential health services.
According to WHO, the initiative was supported by the Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund and focused on improving access to healthcare for communities facing significant humanitarian challenges.
As part of the efforts, nearly 8,000 children suffering from severe acute malnutrition received treatment. The program also included measures to strengthen disease surveillance systems, helping health authorities detect and respond to potential disease outbreaks at an early stage.
WHO emphasized that access to quality healthcare should not depend on where people live, particularly in communities facing humanitarian and health-related challenges.
The organization said the assistance is aimed not only at treating immediate health problems but also at strengthening community resilience and ensuring families can receive essential care when they need it most.
The figures highlight the continued need for humanitarian health assistance in Afghanistan, where vulnerable communities continue to face challenges in accessing essential medical and nutritional services.
WHO said the support has contributed to healthier children, stronger communities and improved access to healthcare for families across vulnerable areas of the country.