4. Treatment options

Different institutions address various aspects of SUD treatment in Afghanistan. The MoPH is the primary responsible authority for leading, implementing and overseeing drug-related harm reduction19 and treatment programmes from de facto authorities in Afghanistan. Services like overdose management, OAT, and outreach are overseen by the Afghanistan National Program for Control of AIDS, STIs, and Hepatitis (ANPASH) under the MoPH, led by the Communicable Disease Control Programme (CDC). Drug treatment services, especially residential DTCs, for men, women, and children are overseen by the national Drug Demand Reduction Department (DDR).

Sustainable Development Goals:

Good Health and Well-Being

Responsible Consumption and Production