A severe measles outbreak in Bangladesh has caused more than 60,000 suspected cases and over 500 suspected deaths since mid-March, primarily affecting children under age five. Health officials and aid organizations warn that the crisis is overwhelming hospitals and receiving far less international attention than other recent outbreaks. Many children are developing severe complications, including pneumonia and neurological illness, while overcrowded medical facilities struggle to keep up with patient demand. Experts say widespread malnutrition among young children is contributing to unusually high rates of severe disease and death, making the outbreak especially dangerous in vulnerable communities. Read the full story at NPR
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