AGP Executive Report
Last update: 36 minutes agoMeasles Crisis: DGHS reports 4 more deaths from suspected measles in 24 hours, with 1,077 new suspected cases and 111 confirmed; the suspected death toll among children now stands at 568 since March 15. Dengue Surge: DGHS logged 87 fresh dengue cases overnight, with 7,000+ hospitalisations since the season began and dengue deaths reported at 7 this year. Tobacco Control: NGO Affairs Bureau declared its office a completely smoke-and-tobacco-free zone, banning sale, purchase and use of tobacco products on premises to protect staff and visitors. Health Access Support: Bangladesh Coast Guard ran a free medical camp in Patuakhali’s Itbaria, treating 426 people and distributing essential medicines. Justice & Health Rights: Bangladesh High Court ordered Tk 2 lakh compensation within 30 days for a man allegedly shot by police in 2019, while also issuing a rule seeking far higher damages. Public Health Policy: Experts criticised the FY27 budget for not adding a strong tobacco tax/price structure, warning it may keep cigarettes affordable for low-income groups and youth.
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