Are we facing a silent epidemic?

I used to think that the most common health problem among women in Kabul was iron deficiency and the anemia caused by it, but my clinical experience over the past year has changed that perception. Kabul 24: Because almost every female patient for whom I ordered a vitamin D level.

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Sixth Anniversary of Dr. Nakamura’s Death: Leprosy Treatment Resumes in Eastern Afghanistan

December 4, 2025 marks the sixth anniversary of the death of Japanese physician Dr. Tetsu Nakamura, who devoted his entire life to helping the people of Afghanistan. Kabul 24: He was killed on December 4, 2019, along with four bodyguards and his driver, in an armed ambush in Jalalabad.On this.

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Air Quality and Mental Health: Is There a Link Between Air Pollution and Increased Suicides?

A study published in Nature Sustainability used long-term data and advanced statistical methods to examine the role of improved air quality in reducing suicide rates in China. Kabul 24: Key findings:Weekly worsening of air quality was associated with a 25% increase in completed suicides in the affected populations. Conversely, improvements.

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Feeling Stressed? Here Are 5 Simple, Science-Backed Ways to Take Back Control

Winter is coming, summer holidays already feel like a distant memory, and life has suddenly shifted into fifth gear again. Kabul 24: That abrupt return to the daily grind leaves most of us exhausted and overwhelmed.A little stress is actually useful—it keeps us sharp and focused. But when it spirals.

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India Ready to Establish Pharmaceutical and Spice Manufacturing Plants in Afghanistan

Kabul – The Ministry of Industry and Commerce of the Islamic Emirate has announced that India’s Spices Board, along with leading pharmaceutical companies, has expressed full readiness to jointly invest in and establish modern pharmaceutical and spice production factories in Afghanistan. kabul 24: The announcement came during a high-level meeting.

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Alarming Increase in Dengue Cases in Nangarhar

In Nangarhar province, the number of dengue patients has risen significantly compared to previous periods. kabul 24: Health officials in Nangarhar report that between 300 and 500 patients with infectious diseases seek treatment daily at the Infectious Diseases Hospital affiliated with the Nangarhar Public Health Directorate, a substantial portion of.

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Kidney for Sale in Niavaran: Man with Placard Stirs Outrage in Tehran

Kidney for Sale in Niavaran: Man with Placard Stirs Outrage in TehranTehran – IRNA News Agency, November 2, 2025A 38-year-old man stood on Bahonar Street in Tehran’s upscale Niavaran district yesterday, holding a cardboard sign that read: “Kidney for Sale – Blood Type O+ – Price Negotiable – Call: 0912xxx3456”.

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India Donates Over 16 Tons of Medicines and Diagnostic Kits to Afghanistan

The Ministry of Public Health of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has announced that the Government of India has provided over 16 tons of medicines and diagnostic kits for infectious diseases as humanitarian assistance to the country. Kabul 24: This aid aims to bolster Afghanistan’s healthcare capacities in combating dangerous.

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Health Ministers of Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan Emphasize Strengthening Healthcare Cooperation

Noor Jalal Jalali, Minister of Public Health of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, participated in the general session of the 8th International Health Exhibition during his official visit to Saudi Arabia. Kabul 24: The event featured representatives from various countries, international health organizations, and experts in health technology, providing a.

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Closure of 420 Health Centers in Afghanistan: Three Million People Deprived of Medical Services

The United Nations has announced that in 2025, over 420 health centers in Afghanistan have been shut down due to a lack of funding. This has left more than three million people without access to essential healthcare services. Kabul 24: Farhan Haq, Deputy Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, stated: “The.

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Renowned Afghan Orthopedic Specialist and Author Mohammad Akbar Wardag Passes Away in Paris

Dr. Mohammad Akbar Wardag, a distinguished Afghan orthopedic specialist and author, passed away at the age of 85 due to illness in Paris. Kabul 24: He was widely recognized for his significant contributions to the field of orthopedics in both Afghanistan and France.Dr. Wardag completed his primary education at Mohammad.

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Smartphone Use on Toilet Linked to Increased Hemorrhoid Risk, Study Suggests

A recent study in the United States indicates that using smartphones while sitting on the toilet may heighten the risk of developing painful hemorrhoids. Kabul 24: According to the research, individuals who engage with their phones during toilet time are 46% more likely to develop hemorrhoids compared to those who.

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