Tajuddin, a representative of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Afghanistan, recently emphasized the critical importance of female doctors during natural disasters—especially in the aftermath of earthquakes.
Despite the restrictions imposed by the Taliban on women’s employment, female doctors have managed to reach Kunar province, where they are providing medical services to children, women, and men affected by the earthquake.
UNICEF strongly reiterated that the presence and contributions of female doctors in earthquake-affected areas are extremely valuable and essential.
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👩⚕️ UNICEF: Female Doctors Play a Vital Role for Women and Children Affected by the Earthquake
