π¨ Measles deaths climb; 6 reported in one day
Six suspected measles deaths were reported within a single 24-hour period until 8:00 am today. The Directorate General of Health Services reported this alarming trend nationwide. The combined toll of confirmed and suspected measles deaths for the year now reaches 908. This surge follows 1,021 new suspected cases and 80 lab-confirmed infections in that period. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as cases continue to be recorded.