Bangladesh in grips of world's worst measles outbreak, with 1,000 dead in last 6 months

Bangladesh is grappling with a catastrophic measles outbreak that has claimed around 1,000 lives in the last six months, marking the worst epidemic the country has seen. This surge in cases has overwhelmed hospitals, leading to overcrowded facilities and shortages of essential medical supplies. This crisis highlights the fragility of public health systems even in regions that had nearly eradicated the disease, underscoring the importance of robust vaccination programs and international support to prevent such devastating outbreaks.