Thousands Afflicted with Acute Respiratory Infection in Afghanistan

The World Health Organization (WHO) reports a substantial rise in Acute Respiratory Infection (ARI) in Afghanistan, with almost 119,000 recorded cases and nearly 300 related fatalities reported over the past three weeks.

In a report published on Thursday, January 25, WHO disclosed that from January 1, 2024, to the present, 118,815 cases of ARI pneumonia and 292 associated deaths were recorded across 34 provinces. “Out of the total cases, 74,613 (62.8%) were under-five children and 58,756 (49.5%) were females.” WHO stated.