Families in Bangladesh are facing devastating losses as measles claims the lives of their only children. Despite enduring weeks of intensive medical treatment and traveling extensively to find adequate healthcare, many parents are returning to empty homes. The crisis is compounded by significant financial strain, as the cost of prolonged hospital stays and repeated medical consultations has forced many families into substantial debt. These tragic outcomes highlight the ongoing challenges within the healthcare system regarding the management and prevention of the disease, leaving many households to grapple with both emotional grief and long-term economic instability.
Source : Dhaka Tribune
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