Bangladesh aims to vaccinate over 1 million children as fatal measles outbreak spreads

South China Morning Post Public HealthNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by ReutersApril 6, 2026 at 01:27 PM

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Bangladesh conducts emergency measles vaccinations as outbreak kills more than 100 children

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Bangladesh has initiated an emergency vaccination campaign targeting over one million children aged six months to five years in response to a rapidly spreading measles outbreak. The campaign, supported by UNICEF, WHO, and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, is prioritizing children in 18 high-risk districts who have missed routine immunizations. Health ministry data indicates 17 confirmed measles deaths, 113 suspected deaths, and over 7,500 suspected infections nationwide. The resurgence of measles has raised concerns about immunity gaps, particularly among the youngest and most vulnerable children. The goal of the campaign is to curb the outbreak and prevent further severe complications.

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The campaign began in 18 high-risk districts.

factual — joint press release100% confidence

Unicef is deeply concerned about the sharp rise in measles cases across Bangladesh.

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There are 113 suspected deaths and more than 7,500 suspected infections nationwide.

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There have been 17 confirmed deaths from measles so far.

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Bangladesh has launched an emergency vaccination campaign targeting more than a million children.

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Rana Flowers 50% Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance 60% World Health Organization 60% UNICEF ×270% Health Ministry ×270% Measles Outbreak ×280% Bangladesh ×390%

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measles outbreak 100% vaccination campaign 90% children 80% bangladesh 70% immunisation 70% deaths 60% health ministry 60% unicef 50% world health organization 40% gavi, the vaccine alliance 40%