Ongoing measles outbreak at Mohakhali Infectious Disease Hospital, Dhaka: 47 deaths and rising case count

An ongoing measles outbreak at the Mohakhali Infectious Disease Hospital in Dhaka, which began showing a significant surge in cases as early as February 2026, has resulted in over 1,196 patients seeking treatment by May 19, 2026. With 807 hospitalizations and 47 total deaths reported, the situation represents a catastrophic public health crisis affecting children across multiple districts including Dhaka, Narayanganj, Gazipur, Narsingdi, and Munshiganj.