Dhaka: (RightNow) The measles outbreak in Bangladesh has intensified, affecting thousands of children. This disease severely impacts children’s immune systems and can be fatal.

So far, nearly 1,000 children have died due to the measles outbreak in Bangladesh. In the past 6 months, 19,835 cases have been confirmed.

Bangladesh has recorded 166,000 suspected cases, with 146,000 patients hospitalized. Hospitals are facing a shortage of space.

Experts say that despite vaccination campaigns, a lack of preventive measures is contributing to the outbreak’s spread. This is concerning as the disease was previously eradicated.

It is noteworthy that measles was completely eradicated in Bangladesh in the past, but the recent outbreak has alerted authorities once again.