Twelve children have died in Bangladesh from measles and measles-like symptoms over the past 24 hours, according to the Directorate General of Health Services. The reporting period covers Wednesday 8:00 am to Thursday 8:00 am. Among the deceased, one child was confirmed to have measles, while the remaining 11 deaths were associated with measles-like symptoms.
During the same 24-hour period, 1,238 new cases of children presenting with measles-like symptoms were recorded across the country.
The confirmed measles-related death occurred in Dhaka. Among the 11 deaths linked to symptoms, one was reported in Barishal, five in Dhaka, one in Khulna, one in Mymensingh, two in Rajshahi, and one in Sylhet.
Earlier, on 4 May, the country recorded its highest single-day toll of 17 child deaths linked to measles and its symptoms.
The latest figures were published in the measles surveillance report issued on Thursday by the Directorate General of Health Services.
Since 15 March, a total of 279 child deaths have been attributed to measles-related symptoms nationwide. Of these, 57 children died after laboratory confirmation of measles infection.
The health authority further reports that since 15 March, 45,498 children have exhibited measles-like symptoms across Bangladesh. During the same period, 31,912 children were admitted to hospitals for treatment. Of those admitted, 28,238 children have recovered and been discharged.
Additionally, 6,208 children have been confirmed as measles cases since 15 March.
Summary of Reported Measles Situation
| Indicator | Number |
|---|---|
| Deaths in last 24 hours | 12 |
| — Confirmed measles death | 1 |
| — Symptom-related deaths | 11 |
| New symptom cases (24 hours) | 1,238 |
| Total deaths since 15 March (symptoms) | 279 |
| Total deaths after confirmed measles | 57 |
| Total children with symptoms since 15 March | 45,498 |
| Hospital admissions | 31,912 |
| Discharged after recovery | 28,238 |
| Confirmed measles cases | 6,208 |
According to the Directorate General of Health Services, surveillance of measles cases has been ongoing since mid-March this year. The cumulative data show a sustained burden of illness, hospitalisation, and mortality among children during this period.