Dhaka, May 16 -- Physicians' organisation Doctors for Health and Environment has accused the interim government and health authorities of failing to prevent the deaths of more than 400 children linked to measles, saying the Muhammad Yunus administration "cannot avoid responsibility".

The group demanded universal measles vaccination, regular Vitamin A distribution, state-funded treatment for affected children and punishment for those responsible for negligence.

At a press conference titled "Child Deaths From Measles: Public Health Crisis And The Path Forward" at the Dhaka Reporters Unity on Saturday, the organisation unveiled a 15-point demand list.

The event was chaired by organisation President Shafiqul Islam, while former general sec...