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WHO to send 150 tonnes of medical aid to Gaza
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says around 150 tonnes of medicines and medical supplies will be transported from Dubai to Egypt to support about...
Health
World Hypertension Day: WHO stresses early detection, regular control
The World Health Organization (WHO) says that on the occasion of World Hypertension Day, high blood pressure is a “silent killer”, but early detection, regular monitoring...
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WHO urges stronger immunization, universal vaccine access during World Immunization Week
KABUL (Pajhwok): With the start of World Immunization Week, the World Health Organization (WHO) has emphasized the vital role of vaccines in preventing diseases and
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WHO delivers 78.5MT of lifesaving medical supplies to Afghanistan
An emergency airlift carrying 78.5 metric tonnes of lifesaving medical supplies from the World Health Organization (WHO) logistics hub in Dubai has arrived in Afghanistan.
Health
WHO urges stronger action to fight Tuberculosis in Afghanistan
The World Health Organisation has called for collective action to expand early detection and improve access to treatment for tuberculosis (TB) in Afghanistan.
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Over 60 killed in attack on Sudan Hospital, says WHO
KABUL (Pajhwok): At least 64 people, including 13 children, have been killed in an attack on a hospital in Sudan’s Darfur region, the World Health
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WHO donates oxygen analyzers to 12 hospitals in Afghanistan
The World Health Organization (WHO) has donated oxygen analyzers to 12 hospitals in Kabul and 11 other provinces across Afghanistan.
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WHO regrets US decision to withdraw, highlights global health concerns
The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed regret over the United States’ formal notification of withdrawal from the global health body, warning the decision would make...
Health
Over 16.6m Afghan children vaccinated, reflecting strong dedication: WHO
The vaccination of more than 16.6 million children in Afghanistan through two phases of the national measles campaign underscores a strong commitment to protecting children from...
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WHO: 8.9m children vaccinated against measles in Afghanistan
he World Health Organisation (WHO) says it has successfully completed the first phase of a nationwide measles vaccination campaign, with approximately 8.9 million children aged six...
Accidents & Disasters
WHO committed to supporting Afghan quake victims
World Health Organization (WHO) officials have reaffirmed the organization’s continued support for families affected by the recent earthquake in eastern Afghanistan.
