child mortality

Measles Outbreak Causes Tragic Loss of Children in Bangladesh

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A group of healthcare workers administers measles vaccinations to children in a crowded clinic in Bangladesh amidst the ongoing outbreak.

The outbreak has been exacerbated by a combination of factors, including a decline in vaccination coverage due to the COVID-19 pandemic and misinformation surrounding vaccines. For a deeper understanding of similar public health challenges, you can read about the Ebola risk in Akobo, South Sudan. Health officials have expressed concerns that the ongoing crisis could … Read more

Emergency jabs implemented as 100 children die from suspected measles in Bangladesh

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Health workers administer measles vaccinations to children in a crowded clinic as part of an emergency response to a recent outbreak in Bangladesh.

The outbreak, which began in early September 2023, has predominantly affected children under five years old, a demographic particularly vulnerable to the disease. Health officials have noted that many of the deceased were unvaccinated, highlighting the urgent need for increased immunization efforts, as explored further in our article on vaccine accessibility. In response to the … Read more