WHO Reports Surge in Infectious Diseases in Afghanistan Amid Crippled Health System

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN – The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a significant increase in infectious diseases across Afghanistan, as the country’s health system continues to struggle and international support diminishes.

In its monthly update for April, WHO recorded nearly 380 deaths caused by infectious diseases across the country. The organization attributed this surge to a combination of a crippled health infrastructure, seasonal factors, and an increase in returnees from neighboring countries.