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5 more children die with measles-like symptoms, toll reaches 610
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Four more die from measles, symptoms in 24 hours
4 June 2026, 19:08 PM
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Interim govt changed vaccine procurement despite Unicef warning: Science report
The shift to open tender triggered delays, stalled immunisation and left Bangladesh facing a widening measles crisis, it says
1 May 2026, 15:01 PM
'Unclaimed': Arisha's journey cut short by measles
One-year-old orphan's burial to proceed without autopsy
1 May 2026, 01:32 AM
MSF supports measles vaccination drive in Cox’s Bazar Rohingya camps
Over 330 suspected cases and three deaths reported; immunisation campaign underway
30 April 2026, 21:17 PM
Measles vaccination to reach full coverage in a week: Health minister
Govt has already covered 61 percent of the target, he says
30 April 2026, 21:14 PM
Ongoing rainfall raises risk of dengue surge
With ongoing rainfall across the country, the risk of dengue transmission is expected to rise in the coming months if authorities fail to take necessary preventive measures, experts have warned.
30 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Eskayef begins local production of Novo Nordisk's modern insulin cartridges
Eskayef has entered a technology transfer arrangement with Novo Nordisk, which supplies roughly 40 percent of Bangladesh's insulin demand, marking a shift from reliance on imports.
28 April 2026, 18:28 PM
Confirmed measles deaths rise to 47 as DGHS reports three more fatalities
Health authorities also recorded 163 new confirmed cases and six more suspected deaths in 24 hours
28 April 2026, 16:52 PM
Prof Ziaur Rahman appointed Sylhet Medical University VC
He served as the principal of Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College
27 April 2026, 21:10 PM
PM unveils plaque of 500-bed Jashore Medical College Hospital building
Tarique Rahman highlights his government’s commitment to improving healthcare services
27 April 2026, 16:10 PM
Dil Afroza appointed new DG of Nursing and Midwifery directorate
Public administration ministry issues circular
26 April 2026, 20:20 PM
7 more suspected measles deaths reported in 24 hrs
DGHS recorded one more confirmed measles death during the period
26 April 2026, 17:34 PM
WHO approves first Malaria drug for babies
Children under five account for more than two-thirds of malaria deaths. A new drug offers hope for this vulnerable group
26 April 2026, 09:10 AM
At least 19 children hospitalised with measles-like symptoms in remote Alikadam, Lama
Local chairman says at least four children have died in Kurukpata union
25 April 2026, 23:02 PM
Chicken prices drop in Dhaka markets
Prices of Sonali chicken in Dhaka markets fell sharply yesterday after more than a month of elevated rates, bringing some relief to consumers, though prices of eggs, sugar and onions moved in the opposite direction.
25 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Measles outbreak linked to vaccination gaps: Health minister
Orders withdrawal of hospital officials over misinformation to media
24 April 2026, 21:50 PM
Don’t turn away measles patients
Hospitals have been instructed by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) to stop transferring patients with measles symptoms on account of a shortage of beds.
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
7 districts in line for new medical colleges: Health minister
Feasibility study underway in Munshiganj, Brahmanbaria, Thakurgaon, Natore, Narsingdi, Bhola, Sherpur, and Lakshmipur
22 April 2026, 19:38 PM
PM acknowledges measles testing kit shortage, says vaccines weren’t imported for years
Tarique Rahman tells parliament some testing kits have arrived while others remain stuck at customs; blames previous govts for years of vaccine import failures
22 April 2026, 16:57 PM
Shaheed M Mansur Ali Medical College renamed Sirajganj Medical College
Health ministry issues circular
21 April 2026, 21:22 PM
Measles death toll rises to 38 as one more dies: DGHS
Two more suspected measles deaths reported in same period
21 April 2026, 18:06 PM