July 27, 2026, 2:49 pm
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WHO: Bangladesh at high risk of measles due to vaccination gaps
‘Most cases (91%) occurred among children aged 1 to 14 years, indicating substantial immunity gaps in this age group’ the report said TDS Desk: The World Health Organization has assessedRead More
7 dists in line for new medical colleges: Health minister
Staff Reporter: Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain today announced that the government is planning to establish medical colleges in seven more districts. The feasibility studies are currently underway inRead More
Stalled procurement deepens birth control crisis, raising unintended pregnancy risks
TDS Desk: A severe shortage of contraceptives across Bangladesh raises the risk of unintended pregnancies, putting the country’s family planning gains under strain. Officials at the Directorate General of FamilyRead More
PROGGA, ATMA propose 3 measures to cut tobacco use, raise revenue
Staff Reporter: Speakers at a pre-budget press conference stressed the need for reducing the number of cigarette price tiers, introducing a specific tax system, and increasing the prices of allRead More
Measles outbreak claims 4 more lives; confirmed cases surpass 3,400
TDS Desk: Four more children have died from measles or measles-like symptoms across the country within a single 24-hour period, health authorities confirmed on Sunday, as the country’s ongoing outbreakRead More
Nationwide measles vaccination drive begins Monday
Staff Reporter: Bangladesh will launch a nationwide measles vaccination campaign from Monday as the country continues to face a sharp rise in infections and related deaths. According to Directorate GeneralRead More
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