Publish: 16:27, 17 May, 2026

Six more die of measles symptoms across country

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Six more die of measles symptoms across country

Six more people have died from measles and its related symptoms across the country in the last 24 hours.

During the same period, 1,517 new cases of measles and related symptoms were reported nationwide.

The information was disclosed in the regular daily report issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) on Sunday.

According to data from the DGHS, a total of 75 people have died from measles since March 15, while the number of suspected measles-related deaths has reached 384.

During the same period, 7,767 confirmed measles cases have been recorded across the country, while the number of suspected infections stands at 57,846.

So far, 42,092 patients with suspected measles symptoms have been admitted to hospitals, and 37,744 patients have been discharged after recovery.

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