Afghanistan: A New Generation of Midwifes
Locals say that conservative attitudes are changing.
22 Feb 18
Health
Afghanistan: Battle Over Polio Vaccine
Medics fight rumours that programme is a Western plot against Muslims.
13 Jan 18
Afghanistan: The Maternity Hospital Delivering Hope
An average of 60 babies are now born there every day.
5 Dec 17
Afghans Angry Over Fake Medicine
Trade in out-of-date or counterfeit medication is booming in country’s east.
8 May 17
Child Malnutrition Mounts in Afghan Province
Increased fighting and an ongoing economic downturn are leaving many at risk of serious health problems.
27 Apr 17
Afghanistan's Silent Killer
Breast cancer is the second most common cause of death for Afghan women, but there is little public awareness of the disease.
29 Mar 17
Depression Rampant Among Afghan Women
Gender violence, poverty and associated social problems fuels widespread mental health problems.
12 Feb 17
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