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Afghanistan: Afghanistan’s health system seriously under threat, WHO
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27 January 2022
KABUL, 27 January 2022, (TON): The World Health Organization (WHO) once again expressed concerns over the collapse of the health system of Afghanistan.
It added that if urgent steps are not taken, the system will collapse. The WHO said vital health services that save the lives of many in the community have come under severe threat.”
It said “the Sehatmandi program is the backbone of Afghanistan’s health system, providing care for millions of people through 2 331 health facilities.”
Since the Islamic Emirate gained power, major funding for the program has been withdrawn.
WHO said in a report “today, the population’s health is seriously under threat. All the progress in health outcomes may be lost. WHO is urgently calling for international donors to step up and find an alternative funding mechanism for this crucial primary health care initiative.”
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Public Health said it is working to attract more global aid to Afghanistan in the health sector.
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