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Measles death toll climbs to 1,096 as outbreak worsens
Original: Measles outbreak: Death toll reaches 1,096 as nine die in 24 hours
A measles outbreak has killed 1,096 people, with nine deaths recorded in a single 24-hour period, according to health officials. The latest figures underline how quickly the outbreak is still spreading despite ongoing response efforts. Health authorities are urging vaccination and warning that the death toll could continue to rise if immunisation coverage does not improve in affected communities.
Why now: The rising death toll, with nine deaths in just one day, signals the outbreak is worsening and drawing public concern.
Evidence
- Measles outbreak: Death toll reaches 1,096 as nine die in 24 hours · Dhaka Tribune
- Measles outbreak: Death toll reaches 1,096 as nine die in 24 hours · Dhaka Tribune
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