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In the remote communities of Herat Province, a quiet but powerful change is taking root. For too long, many mothers and caregivers lacked the knowledge to recognize the early warning signs of malnutrition. Children often became dangerously ill before receiving medical assistance, increasing their risk of severe health complications and long-term developmental challenges. Thanks to […]

As part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening healthcare services, AADA has provided cooling equipment and facility improvement materials to five health facilities in Farah Province. Farah is known for its extremely hot climate, with summer temperatures often exceeding 45°C (113°F), creating significant challenges for patient comfort and health facility operations. To address these challenges,

The Agency for Assistance and Development of Afghanistan (AADA) is proud to announce a major milestone in strengthening diagnostic services across its supported health facilities in Herat Province. As part of the organization’s commitment to improving access to quality healthcare, access to X-ray services had been a critical need at Guzra District Hospital and Shindand

AADA has deployed mobile health teams to villages affected by the recent earthquake in Kunar. AADA doctors, nurses, and midwives are treating injuries at the scene, providing IV fluids and wound care, checking blood pressure, and arranging ambulance transfers to hospitals when roads are open. AADA moved quickly to reach areas where families had gathered

Background and Context: Ms. Aisha, a 39-year-old housewife, lives in Mian Rodi village in Shindand district. She is married and cares for her family at home. In June 2025, she sought support at the Mian Rodi Basic Health Center (BHC), presenting with persistent sadness, severe anxiety, low energy, lack of motivation, excessive worry, memory problems,

Project: DAWAM Health Facility Name: Barpal Basic Health Center (BHC) Child’s Name: Somayeh Age: 18 months Date of Admission: March 22, 2025 Date of Discharge: June 27, 2025 Diagnosis: Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM) Program Type: Nutrition 1. Background and Problem Somayeh, an 18-month-old girl, was brought to the Barpal BHC nutrition unit by her mother.

My name is Shamila, and I live with my five children in the Anjirak, Se sado panzda area of Kabul city. Like many mothers here, I’ve struggled to provide for my family in difficult times. My youngest, Rahila, was just six months old when I noticed she was far too weak so thin that neighbors

Halima, a pregnant woman from Mirabad village, visited the Mian rodi BHC on January 11, 2025, a Health Center supported under the DAWAN project. The DAWAN project plays a vital role in providing health and nutrition services to reduce maternal and child mortality and morbidity in remote areas Shindand district. Halima arrived at the Mian