Unraveling the Jeopardy: Child health in Afghanistan

A humanitarian crisis started in Afghanistan after the United States and international Allies withdrew in August 2021, causing numerous challenges and have especially impacted children. Children in Afghanistan have been affected by a long history of suffering from violence, war, and poverty. The US...

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Published in:The International journal of health planning and management 2022-11, Vol.37 (6), p.3372-3376
Main Authors: Essar, Mohammad Yasir, Ashworth, Henry Charles, Hunain, Reem, Kokash, Diana Mutasem, Islam, Zarmina, Ahmad, Shoaib, Zil‐E‐Ali, Ahsan
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Afghanistan
Aggression
Children
Childrens health
COVID-19
Economic crisis
Education
Health care
humanitarian crisis
International organizations
Malnutrition
Mental health
Pandemics
Poverty
Psychological well being
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Summary:A humanitarian crisis started in Afghanistan after the United States and international Allies withdrew in August 2021, causing numerous challenges and have especially impacted children. Children in Afghanistan have been affected by a long history of suffering from violence, war, and poverty. The US withdraw and COVID‐19 pandemic have caused an economic crisis causing high rates of child malnutrition and prevented them from receiving healthcare and education. In the long run, the impacts of the current situation will significantly affect the child growth, education, and psychological health. There is a need for international organizations to intervene now to ensure children do not further suffer and have the option for a bright future. In turn, ensuring a brighter future for Afghanistan.
ISSN:0749-6753
1099-1751
DOI:10.1002/hpm.3576