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In a dire revelation, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has sounded the alarm over the distressing loss of maternal lives, with approximately 24 mothers succumbing to preventable causes every day, according to a report by Khaama Press, an Afghan digital news agency. The primary culprit behind this tragic toll is the lack of essential health support for mothers.
Taking to the social media platform X, the WHO declared, “An estimated 24 mothers die each day of preventable maternal mortality causes under the current funding.” Moreover, they emphasized that this distressing number is projected to surge significantly if the existing funding shortage persists.
The problem has worsened due to a lack of funds, highlighting the urgent need to address the challenges. The recent warning emphasizes the serious dangers faced by millions due to issues like lack of food, malnutrition, diseases, ongoing outbreaks, and a relentless drought.
The Khaama Press report shows a sharp increase in the need for help, going from 18.4 million before the Taliban took control in August 2021 to a high 28.8 million in 2023. In terms of health, a surprising 14 million people, including 7.5 million children and 3.1 million women, are currently waiting for medical assistance.
Yet, the report highlights a concerning difference, as only 8.4 million people got help in the first half of 2023. This shortage stresses the importance of closing the gap and offering vital health aid to those in need.
Even though there’s a total funding of USD 480 million allocated for 2022-2023, with USD 355 million already in use or accessible, there’s still a significant gap of USD 125 million that needs to be filled to address crucial health requirements for the rest of 2023.
The report also spotlights Afghanistan as having the highest maternal mortality rate in Asia. Many of these preventable deaths emphasize the pivotal role of women’s access to healthcare centers. Addressing this access gap is pivotal in curbing Afghanistan’s distressing maternal mortality rate.
