Bangladesh Measles Outbreak Kills Over 1,100, Mostly Children Under Five

A severe measles outbreak in Bangladesh has resulted in 1,147 deaths, predominantly among children under five, as of October 9, 2026. The crisis follows a faltering routine vaccination program in 2025 and has prompted emergency mass vaccination campaigns. The World Health Organization and UNICEF are supporting the country’s efforts to control the spread of the highly contagious disease.

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