The incidence of deaths and infections linked to measles and its symptoms continues to rise in the country, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). Over the past 24 hours, a further nine child deaths have been reported.
Of the total fatalities recorded during this period, three children died due to confirmed measles infection, while six others died showing symptoms consistent with the disease. The data was released by the Health Emergency Operation Centre and Control Room of the DGHS on Tuesday (12 May) afternoon.
During the same 24-hour reporting window, a substantial number of suspected cases were identified. A total of 1,105 individuals were recorded as suspected measles patients. In addition, laboratory testing confirmed measles infection in a further 87 children.
The DGHS clarified that the figures are based on reports collected between 8:00 am on Monday (11 May) and 8:00 am on Tuesday (12 May). The information represents the latest available surveillance data compiled within the national monitoring system for infectious diseases.
Summary of Reported Figures (24 hours)
| Category | Number of Cases | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Total child deaths | 9 | 3 confirmed measles deaths, 6 symptom-related deaths |
| Deaths due to measles | 3 | Laboratory-confirmed cases |
| Deaths with measles-like symptoms | 6 | Symptomatic cases not confirmed |
| Suspected measles cases | 1,105 | Newly identified suspected patients |
| Confirmed measles cases | 87 | Laboratory-confirmed infections |
The figures indicate that both suspected and confirmed measles cases continue to be reported at a significant level within a single day. Health authorities are compiling and updating this data through routine surveillance and reporting mechanisms.
The Health Emergency Operation Centre and Control Room regularly aggregates such information from across the country within defined 24-hour reporting cycles. The purpose of this system is to monitor disease trends, track confirmed infections, and record associated mortality data in a structured manner.
No additional details regarding geographical distribution or patient demographics were included in the official update.