WHO Warns Tuberculosis Remains Major Health Threat in Afghanistan

World Health Organization has warned that tuberculosis remains a serious public health threat in Afghanistan, with thousands of people infected each year.

The agency said many tuberculosis cases go undiagnosed, increasing the risk of transmission and complications, and called for urgent collective action to address the disease.

WHO representative Edwin Ceniza Salvador stressed that ending tuberculosis is achievable but requires stronger efforts in early detection and treatment.

He urged expanded screening programs and improved access to healthcare to ensure patients receive timely diagnosis and proper care.

The warning was issued on World Tuberculosis Day, with WHO emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts to combat the disease.

Afghanistan’s healthcare system has been strained by years of conflict, limited resources, and reduced access to medical services, making disease control more challenging.

Globally, tuberculosis remains one of the leading infectious diseases, particularly affecting low-income and vulnerable populations with limited healthcare access.

Without urgent action to improve detection and treatment, tuberculosis will continue to pose a serious threat, especially to vulnerable communities across Afghanistan.

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