A measles outbreak in Bangladesh, attributed to the interim government’s mishandling of vaccination programs, has resulted in the deaths of 294 children and over 45,000 confirmed and suspected cases across 61 districts. Experts criticize the government’s changes in procurement methods, leading to vaccine shortages, and a lack of urgent response despite warnings about declining vaccination rates. The World Health Organization (WHO) highlights the absence of essential vaccines and supplementary campaigns since 2020, exacerbating the crisis. The disrupted health programs and delayed procurement processes are cited as key failures, with the interim government facing backlash for neglecting a previously effective vaccination strategy.
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