AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoDengue: Five more people died and 1,935 were admitted to hospital in the 24 hours to Oct. 8, bringing this year’s toll to 294 and reported cases to 94,151. Measles: A report says Bangladesh has recorded more than 32,000 suspected cases and over 250 deaths since mid-March, mostly among children. It links the crisis to disrupted vaccine procurement; an emergency vaccination drive is underway. Eye Care: The government plans to invest $130 million over five years, including free cataract surgeries, spectacles and expanded primary care. Extreme Heat: Bangladesh has joined India, Nepal and Bhutan in assessing heat-health risks and preparedness as El Niño strengthens. Air Quality: Dhaka recorded an unhealthy AQI of 168 on Thursday morning.
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