Afghanistan, Feb. 5 -- The World Health Organization says new oxygen supplies delivered to hospitals across Afghanistan aim to improve patient safety and treatment services.

The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Thursday, Febraury 5, it has delivered medical oxygen supplies to 12 hospitals in Kabul and facilities across 11 other provinces in Afghanistan.

WHO said the shipment is expected to strengthen patient safety and improve the quality of care in hospitals struggling with shortages of critical medical supplies.

According to the organization, the support was made possible through contributions from donors and partners, including UNITAID, to help health workers provide safer and more reliable services.

Many Afghanistan's ho...