WHO: 7 deaths from acute respiratory illness in Afghanistan last month
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that in September this year, seven people in Afghanistan died due to acute respiratory illnesses.
On Saturday, November 2, WHO announced that cases of acute respiratory infections and diarrhea have been more prevalent than other diseases in the country.
The report states that 29 percent of WHO’s consultations and services over the past month were related to acute respiratory infections and diarrhea, provided through 993 health centers across 34 provinces.
WHO also reported that in September, health services were provided to 613,914 returning migrants, including 324,062 women and girls.
Previously, WHO reported that in the first three months of this year, approximately 1,100 people died from acute respiratory infections across Afghanistan.
According to WHO’s data, over 470,000 cases of acute respiratory infections were recorded in 34 provinces from January 1 to the end of March.
As the cold season approaches, air pollution is expected to lead to an increase in cases of acute respiratory infections.
These statistics highlight the critical need for expanded healthcare access and preventive measures to manage respiratory illnesses, especially with winter approaching. Continued support for health services will be essential to address these pressing health challenges.
Strengthening healthcare infrastructure and addressing environmental issues like air pollution could play a pivotal role in reducing the prevalence of respiratory infections and improving overall public health in Afghanistan.
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