The nationwide death toll linked to the disease climbs to 91
June 05, 2026
Staff Correspondent
bdnews24.com
Suspected measles deaths have risen in Bangladesh, with five more children dying in the last 24 hours.
During the same period, 243 new cases have been confirmed.
The health authorities report 92 confirmed and 556 suspected measles deaths across Bangladesh since Mar 15
92 people with confirmed measles cases have now died, alongside 550 others with suspected cases
Another 154 people test positive for the highly contagious virus
The outbreak has claimed 639 lives since Mar 15
A total of 996 people have sought hospital care with measles symptoms over the latest 24-hour count, with 921 requiring admission
Another 869 people have sought hospital care with suspected symptoms over the past day
