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A widespread measles outbreak in Bangladesh active since mid-March 2026 has resulted in 652 child deaths and over 95,147 confirmed and suspected cases. Public health experts note significant challenges in management, with hospital patient pressure notably high in Dhaka. Vaccination efforts and emergency procurement are underway to address the crisis.
Source photograph: Daily Amar Desh · 12 Jun 2026 / Record updated 27 Jun 2026Reported fatalities
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A widespread measles outbreak in Bangladesh active since mid-March 2026 has resulted in 652 child deaths and over 95,147 confirmed and suspected cases. Public health experts note significant challenges in management, with hospital patient pressure notably high in Dhaka. Vaccination efforts and emergency procurement are underway to address the crisis.
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652 PEOPLE REPORTED DEAD
69,606 PEOPLE REPORTED INJURED
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