In the News: “Afghani Life Expectancy Rising As Healthcare Improves”

An Afghani doctor cares for a child.

A few days ago, The Guardian reported good news from Afghanistan.

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Yes, you read that right. In terms of life expectancy, things are looking up for Afghanis, and the main reason for this is improved healthcare.

God-willing and with your help, we hope to see similar reports like this for Iraq in the very near future. 2012 is set to be our most lifesaving-ist year yet–thank you for making it possible! Be encouraged, and go read the rest of The Guardian’s article here.

Photo by The Canadian Red Cross. Taken at a hospital in Bamyan, Afghanistan.