During the past 24 hours, from 8:00 am on Friday to 8:00 am on Saturday, nine children in Bangladesh have died from measles and measles-like symptoms. Of these, measles infection was confirmed in three cases, while six children exhibited symptoms consistent with the disease. With these latest fatalities, the total number of child deaths has risen to 352.
The information was published in a measles situation report issued on Saturday by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). The report also states that during the same 24-hour period, 946 additional children showed symptoms of measles across the country, while 489 new cases of confirmed measles infection were recorded. In total, 1,435 children were affected by either measles or related symptoms within this timeframe.
Regional distribution of deaths (last 24 hours)
| Category | Location | Number of deaths |
|---|---|---|
| Confirmed measles | Barishal | 3 |
| Measles symptoms | Dhaka | 3 |
| Measles symptoms | Khulna | 2 |
| Measles symptoms | Sylhet | 1 |
According to the DGHS report, since 15 March, a total of 291 children have died due to measles-related symptoms. In the same period, 61 children died after measles infection was confirmed. Combining both categories, the cumulative death toll stands at 352 children.
The health authority further reports that from 15 March onwards, 47,656 children have exhibited measles-related symptoms nationwide. During this period, 33,631 children were admitted to hospitals for treatment. Of those admitted, 29,746 children have recovered and been discharged.
In addition, the DGHS has confirmed that 6,979 children have been diagnosed with measles infection since 15 March. The data indicates a sustained level of transmission, with both confirmed cases and symptom-based reporting tracked through routine national surveillance.
Summary of key figures since 15 March
| Indicator | Number of children |
|---|---|
| Total deaths (symptoms) | 291 |
| Total deaths (confirmed measles) | 61 |
| Total deaths combined | 352 |
| Children with symptoms | 47,656 |
| Confirmed measles cases | 6,979 |
| Hospital admissions | 33,631 |
| Discharged after recovery | 29,746 |
The DGHS report continues to provide daily updates on measles cases, hospitalisations, recoveries, and deaths, reflecting ongoing monitoring of the situation across the country.