Bangladesh measles outbreak kills over 1,000 children despite vaccination push

Bangladesh's measles outbreak has killed over 1,000 children since March, with more than 57,000 cases reported this year, despite an initial vaccination campaign targeting 18 million children. The virus continues spreading due to persistent immunization gaps. Officials met their initial goal of 18.4 million vaccinations, but health experts now say 22.6 million children need coverage. A new campaign will vaccinate 1.6 million more children, with 2.5 million additional doses being procured, though officials acknowledge control could take months. Malnutrition is worsening outcomes, and the outbreak has driven many families into debt, with nearly 90% of affected households borrowing money for treatment.