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Bangladesh battles deadly measles outbreak as investigation highlights vaccination gaps

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Bangladesh is currently addressing a deadly measles outbreak, a situation that has been exacerbated by significant gaps in the national vaccination program. The crisis has prompted a formal investigation into the factors contributing to the resurgence of the disease.

This investigation relied on a comprehensive review of World Health Organization documents and testimonies from over a dozen scientists, health workers, and government officials. The findings underscore critical vulnerabilities in the country's immunization infrastructure that have allowed the outbreak to spread.

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