Healthsites in Afghanistan

Islamic Republic of Afghanistan د افغانستان اسلامي جمهوریت
Flag Coat of arms of Afghanistan Coat of arms
Motto: لا إله إلا الله، محمد رسول الله
Anthem: ملی سرود
Capital and largest city	Kabul
Official languages	Pashto, Dari
Government	Islamic Republic
• President	Ashraf Ghani
• Chief Executive Officer	Abdullah Abdullah
Legislature	National Assembly
Area
• Total	652,864 km2 (252,072 sq mi)
Population
• 2020 estimate	38,928,346
GDP (PPP)	estimate
• Total	$72.9 billion
• Per capita	$2,000
HDI	0.498 low · 169th
Currency	Afghan afghani (AFN)
Time zone	UTC+4:30
Driving side	right
Calling code	+93
ISO 3166 code	[[ISO 3166-2:AF |AF ]]
Internet TLD	.af

Healthcare in Afghanistan is a major concern for the government and citizens of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. The country has faced numerous challenges in providing adequate healthcare services to its population, including ongoing conflict, poverty, and a lack of infrastructure.

History

Afghanistan has a long history of healthcare, with traditional medicine practices dating back centuries. However, the modern healthcare system in the country was established in the early 20th century, with the opening of the first hospital in Kabul in 1910. During the Soviet-Afghan War in the 1980s, many healthcare facilities were destroyed, leading to a decline in the quality of healthcare services.

Current State

According to the World Health Organization, Afghanistan has one of the highest maternal and child mortality rates in the world. The country also has a high prevalence of communicable diseases, such as tuberculosis, malaria, and HIV/AIDS. The ongoing conflict in the country has further exacerbated the healthcare situation, with many healthcare facilities being targeted and destroyed.

Government Initiatives

The government of Afghanistan has made efforts to improve the healthcare system in the country. In 2003, the Basic Package of Health Services (BPHS) was introduced, providing essential healthcare services to the population. In 2005, the Essential Package of Hospital Services (EPHS) was also launched, aiming to improve the quality of hospital care.

In recent years, the government has also focused on increasing the number of healthcare facilities and trained healthcare professionals in the country. The number of hospitals and clinics has increased, and the government has also implemented a community-based healthcare program to reach remote and underserved areas.

Challenges

Despite these efforts, Afghanistan still faces numerous challenges in providing adequate healthcare to its population. The ongoing conflict in the country has resulted in the displacement of millions of people, making it difficult for them to access healthcare services. Poverty and a lack of infrastructure also hinder the delivery of healthcare services.

Future Outlook

The government of Afghanistan, with the support of international organizations, is working towards improving the healthcare system in the country. However, it will require sustained efforts and investments to overcome the challenges and provide quality healthcare to all citizens.

List of healthsites

country	state	amenity	coordinates	specialties	operator	phone	addr street	housenumber	post code	city	local name	services
Afghanistan	Badakhshan	Clinics	36.55566318, 70.91999333				Yamgan			Yamgan	Clinic	Clinic
Afghanistan	Badakhshan	Clinics	36.83092388, 70.54303567				Darayim			Darayim		Clinic
Afghanistan	Badakhshan	Clinics	36.94876849, 72.31384448				Wakhan			Wakhan
Afghanistan	Badakhshan	Clinics	37.0075973, 73.37844375				Wakhan			Wakhan
Afghanistan	Badakhshan	Clinics	37.10597729, 70.51611903				Argo			Argo		Clinic
Afghanistan	Badakhshan	Clinics	37.10644902, 70.51608249				Argo			Argo		Clinic
Afghanistan	Badakhshan	Doctors	36.84378826, 70.8538115				Jurm			Jurm		Doctor
Afghanistan	Badakhshan	Doctors	36.91933644, 72.2314057				Wakhan			Wakhan
Afghanistan	Badakhshan	Doctors	37.30920475, 70.92822863				Arghanj Khwa			Arghanj Khwa	Doctor's Surgery
Afghanistan	Badakhshan	Doctors	37.33855348, 71.46558247				Shighnan			Shighnan

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See also

• List of hospitals in Afghanistan
• List of medical schools in Afghanistan

Healthsites in Afghanistan

* Healthsites
* Dentists
* Clinics
* Hospitals
* Medical schools