Severe
Epidemic
Ongoing
7 sources
39 casualties
Measles Outbreak in Barishal Division: 39 Deaths and Ongoing Hospitalizations Reported
An ongoing measles outbreak across the Barishal division has resulted in 39 total deaths as of May 20, 2026. Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital is currently treating patients for measles and its complications, including pneumonia. A total of 6,083 suspected cases have been reported in the region. Health authorities attribute the surge to a decline in routine vaccination coverage since 2020.
Wednesday, 20 May 2026 at 06:00 amBarishal Division, Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital
Hazard specifics
Disease
measles
Confirmed cases
2,341
Suspected cases
6,083
Confirmed deaths
39
Notes
Measles outbreak in Barishal division since March 2026, with widespread suspected and confirmed cases. Characterized by fever and pneumonia complications among pediatric patients, attributed to lack of routine vaccination continuity since 2020.
Affected scope
1 Record| Scope | Source wording |
|---|---|
| division | বরিশাল বিভাগ |
division
বরিশাল বিভাগNamed victims
6 Records| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ali Asgar | 0 · Male | Dead | — |
| Ayesha | 0 · Female | Dead | — |
| Habiba | 1 · Female | Dead | — |
| Jihad | 2 · Male | Dead | — |
| Mohammad Ullah | 1 · Male | Dead | — |
| Muaz Gazi | 0 · Male | Dead | — |
Ali Asgar
Dead
Ayesha
Dead
Habiba
Dead
Jihad
Dead
Mohammad Ullah
Dead
Muaz Gazi
Dead
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