One year after the transition of power in Afghanistan, the country faces a deepening humanitarian crisis. Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has expanded its medical programs in Afghanistan to meet the evolving needs. Following the withdrawal of United States military forces and the government takeover by the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA, also known as the Taliban), international humanitarian aid dropped sharply. Meanwhile the ripple effects of sanctions and additional financial measures imposed against the Taliban are being felt by ordinary people nationwide. The economy is collapsing, food prices have soared, and many people do not have enough to eat. A prolonged drought is also contributing to food insecurity and
malnutrition. MSF teams work in six provinces across the country providing a range of health services, including therapeutic feeding programs and care for pediatrics, trauma, maternal health, mental health, and tuberculosis. We are constantly adapting to ensure continued medical care across all our programs. Read more. |