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Bangladesh to Vaccinate Millions Again After 999 Measles Deaths

By Drooid · Sep 14, 2026, 10:07 AM UTC · How we work

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Bangladesh health authorities have recorded 999 measles-related deaths since March, mostly young children.
An emergency campaign launched in April delivered nearly 20 million measles-rubella doses, exceeding the 18 million target.
Health Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain said shortages left many children vulnerable.
Authorities will launch another vaccination round within two weeks.
Dr Shrebash Paul said most admitted measles patients are unvaccinated and 86 % of deaths were under 15 months.

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Bangladesh health authorities have recorded 999 measles-related deaths since March, mostly young children.
An emergency campaign launched in April delivered nearly 20 million measles-rubella doses, exceeding the 18 million target.
Health Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain said shortages left many children vulnerable.
Authorities will launch another vaccination round within two weeks.
Dr Shrebash Paul said most admitted measles patients are unvaccinated and 86 % of deaths were under 15 months.