SOCIETY — February 25, 2026
UNICEF: 20.8 Million People Received Health Services in Afghanistan in 2025
UNICEF reports that 20.8 million people in Afghanistan accessed health services in 2025, including treatment for over two million watery diarrhea cases, prenatal care for over one million women, and COVID-19 vaccinations for 270,000 people. The UN notes that over three million children face severe malnutrition, with more than 14 million needing health services in 2026.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hasht-e Subh — 2 min read
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) states that 20.8 million people in Afghanistan received health services in 2025.
UNICEF reported on Wednesday that more than two million cases of watery diarrhea were treated during the year. The agency provided prenatal care to more than one million women. Additionally, 270,000 people were vaccinated against COVID-19.
The United Nations indicates that more than three million children in Afghanistan are facing severe malnutrition.
The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) states that more than 14 million people will require health services in 2026.
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