14 October 2026

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Nine dengue deaths reported as government steps up prevention campaign

Nine dengue deaths and 1,954 hospital admissions were recorded in the latest 24-hour bulletin. Annual admissions reached 103,396 and deaths 316. The prime minister has called for stronger public-awareness work and coordination, with particular attention to areas reporting more infections.

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Six suspected measles deaths added to Bangladesh’s outbreak tally

Six children died with measles-like symptoms in the latest daily reporting period. The combined suspected and confirmed death tally reached 1,170, including 104 confirmed deaths. Health authorities also recorded 1,074 suspected cases and 139 laboratory-confirmed infections, which remain separate reporting categories.

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Mental-health project plans 20-upazila pilot before wider expansion

The government plans to begin community mental-health services in about 20 upazilas, with an eventual ambition to reach 500. State Minister MA Muhit says the programme will build local support and a trained workforce. National expansion remains a stated objective, rather than completed service coverage.