Taliban Burka Mandate Hits Women's Healthcare in Afghanistan

Talibans Burka Mandate in Afghanistan: A Major Setback for Womens Healthcare AccessIn a concerning development, the Taliban authorities in Afghanistan have issued a directive requiring women to wear a burka to enter public health facilities. This order, effective since November fifth, has led to a significant drop in admissions of patients with urgent conditions at Herat Regional Hospital, supported by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). The Taliban has denied these reports, but activists in Herat province claim the dress code is being enforced, highlighting ongoing challenges for womens access to healthcare under the current regime. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.