Seven more people have died with measles symptoms across Bangladesh in the past 24 hours. During the same period, 1,273 people were newly identified as suspected or confirmed measles cases.

The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) disclosed the information in its regular measles report published on Sunday (October 11).

According to the report, one person died with measles symptoms in Dhaka Division, one in Chattogram, three in Sylhet, one in Khulna and one in Rangpur during the 24-hour period.
DGHS data show that the total number of deaths from confirmed measles and measles-like symptoms has risen to 1,162 since March 15.

Of the total deaths, 104 were confirmed measles-related, while 1,058 people died with measles-like symptoms.

The continued rise in deaths highlights the importance of protecting children’s health and ensuring timely medical care.