This International Women's Day in 2025, we must shine a light on the critical issue of women's health, particularly in regions like Afghanistan where many women face devastating challenges. Gul Chehra, a mother in Afghanistan, had no option but to give birth at home without any medical assistance. This harrowing reality highlights the urgent need for better maternal health care services in the country.
The Lifesaving Impact of Supportive Health Facilities
Fortunately, there are organizations that are making a significant difference in maternal care. One such initiative is the WHO-supported Oshan sub-health centre, which provides essential services including prenatal and postnatal care, safe delivery, and support for new mothers. These health centres play a vital role in saving lives and improving the health outcomes for women and their newborns.
How You Can Help
While progress is being made, much more needs to be done to ensure that every woman has access to safe and effective maternal health care. You can take action by supporting initiatives that focus on improving women's health in Afghanistan and similar regions. Your contributions can help expand facilities and provide essential services to those in desperate need.
This International Women's Day, let’s step up for women's health. By raising awareness and providing support, we can work towards a future where no woman has to endure childbirth without adequate care. Together, we can make a difference.
