Measles Outbreak in Bangladesh Sparks Urgent Vaccination Drive
Published on: April 5, 2026, 10:11 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Bangladesh faces a severe measles outbreak, claiming 94 children's lives in 19 days. The government launched an emergency vaccination campaign, criticizing the Interim government for previous vaccine gaps. The outbreak heavily affects 56 districts, with the northwestern Rajshahi region hit hardest. Health officials aim to curb the spread by expanding preventive measures.
