Dhaka, April 3 -- A significant increase in measles infections throughout Bangladesh has heightened anxiety among parents, as child fatalities rise and the outbreak extends to every district, media reports said on Friday.
At least 42 children have died of measles so far this year, though the toll could be 46 or higher when data from district and private hospitals are included, the Dhaka Tribune reported.
This situation has sparked concerns regarding safety in schools and daycare centers, media reports said.
According to the health services division, in March, there were 32 reported deaths, with four additional child fatalities in the past 24 hours and 685 new infections.
Health officials say the outbreak has now reached even remote upaz...