Afghanistan’s healthcare system is already in a state of crisis, and the recent ban on girls’ and women’s education enforced by the Taliban will only exacerbate the situation. Ahmad Neyazi and colleagues from the Afghanistan Center for Epidemiological Studies highlight the devastating consequences of this ban, which affects not only education but also the health, freedom, and livelihoods of Afghan women and girls. Urgent action is needed to address this issue and prevent further deterioration. Collaboration between the international community and the Taliban is crucial to restore women’s rights, prioritize education, and improve healthcare services in Afghanistan.
The ban on girls’ and women’s education in Afghanistan poses a grave threat to the already fragile healthcare system. Immediate action is needed to restore women’s rights, prioritize education, and improve healthcare services. Collaboration between the international community and the Taliban is crucial to address this crisis and prevent further deterioration. By working together, we can help Afghan women and girls rebuild their lives, restore their dignity, and secure a brighter future for healthcare in Afghanistan.
Link to the article: Neyazi, A., Padhi, B., Sah, R. and Global Centre for Public Health Collaborators, 2023. Girls’ education and the future of healthcare in Afghanistan. bmj, 380.
