BMU launches 8-bed measles ward, screening centre

Brigadier General Irtika Rahman, director (hospital) of BMU, said an 8-bed ward for measles patients has been set up on the 2nd floor of Block C, and it has also been expanded.

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04 April, 2026, 03:20 pm

Last modified: 04 April, 2026, 04:13 pm

Bangladesh Medical University (BMU). Photo: BSS

Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) has opened an eight-bed ward for measles patients as the country faces a rise in cases.

Brigadier General Irtika Rahman, director (hospital) of BMU, said an 8-bed ward for measles patients has been set up on the 2nd floor of Block C, and it has also been expanded.

"In addition, a measles screening centre has been launched," said Irtika Rahman. Currently, 4 patients are admitted to the ward.

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A monitoring cell has also been formed to oversee measles-related activities, and a decision has been made to open a screening centre in the outpatient department.

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