Bangladesh launches measles vaccination drive amid deadly outbreak
- Posted on September 26, 2026
- By The Hindu
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Bangladesh has initiated an extensive immunization campaign targeting 3.4 million children to combat the nation's most severe measles-rubella outbreak in recent years. The month-long vaccination drive represents a critical public health intervention aimed at preventing further disease transmission and protecting vulnerable populations. Health authorities are mobilizing resources across regions to reach unvaccinated children and establish herd immunity, while monitoring cases and strengthening healthcare infrastructure to manage patient care during this health emergency.
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