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When the child arrived at the hospital, he cried uncontrollably in his mother’s arms, suffering from measles symptoms. Now the baby lies motionless in her lap. The mother cries beside him. How many more children will die after coming here seeking survival…The image was taken on Tuesday at the Bangla...

Measles is a highly contagious disease. From a single infected person, the virus can spread to 12 to 18 others. With increased travel and social interaction during the upcoming Eid holidays, public health experts fear a further surge in infections. They warn that hospital-based care alone is no long...

Ten-month-old Sohamoni was admitted to Madaripur Sadar Hospital with pneumonia. Two other children suffering from measles were in the same room undergoing treatment. Within a few days, Sohamoni also contracted measles. As her condition deteriorated, she was moved to the Bangladesh Shishu Hospital an...

Samia is muttering something under her breath. She is restless, tossing slightly and groaning in pain.Even her mother could barely hear her. Leaning down to listen closely, the faint cry became clear. Samia was whimpering—water, I want water.Oxygen tubes were in Samia's nose; a saline needle was stu...