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Tracking Threads => 2026 Tracking Threads => Topic started by: Data Report on January 05, 2026, 06:16:46 pm
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Measles is so bad in Bangladesh that a 20-bed field hospital being set up at DMCH to tackle health emergency. https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/health/20-bed-field-hospital-being-set-dmch-tackle-health-emergency-1428686
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Measles public exposure locations in NSW for the new measles case in Sydney.
Source of information.
1. Health.nsw.gov
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/measles/Pages/public-exposure-locations.aspx
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SUMMARY - The number of measles cases in the country of Japan reached 362 in 2026 as at April 19, according to a preliminary figure released on April 28 by the Japan Institute for Health Security (JIHS). There were 57 cases reported for the week up to April 19, the second-highest after the previous week with 62 cases, according to the national institute. 71 per cent of the cases reported so far in 2026 had received one dose or none, or it was not known whether they had been vaccinated at all.
LINK - https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/measles-cases-in-japan-rise-past-360-so-far-in-2026-with-many-reported-in-tokyo (https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/measles-cases-in-japan-rise-past-360-so-far-in-2026-with-many-reported-in-tokyo)
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Measles case detected in Montreal.
"Montreal public health is warning of a person who visited several locations in and about the city, “while contagious” with the measles."
Source of information.
1. CTV News.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/health/article/measles-case-detected-in-montreal/
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SUMMARY - Health authorities are urging the residents of Sydney, Australia, to stay alert after a confirmed measles case was linked to busy locations across the city – including a flight into Sydney and a hospital emergency department. A traveler who returned from Japan, where infection rates are climbing, visited multiple sites across the community while contagious. There have been 45 confirmed measles cases in the state of New South Wales since the start of the year (2026), placing authorities on alert.
LINK - https://www.9news.com.au/health/measles-alert-nsw-health-japan-airport-hospital-warning/d35ad93c-fa21-4973-aab4-1669874b3381 (https://www.9news.com.au/health/measles-alert-nsw-health-japan-airport-hospital-warning/d35ad93c-fa21-4973-aab4-1669874b3381)
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SUMMARY - Eight more people have died from measles and measles-like symptoms across the country of Bangladesh in 24 hours till 8am on Sunday (2026-04-26), according to a press release of Health Emergency Operation Centre and Control Room of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). Since March 15 this year, 43 people have died of measles. During the same period, the number of suspected measles deaths is 216. From March 15 to April 26, 4,603 people have been infected with confirmed measles. During the same period, the number of suspected measles cases is 32,028.
LINK - https://dailyasianage.com/news/351217/8-more-die-of-measles--similar-symptoms (https://dailyasianage.com/news/351217/8-more-die-of-measles--similar-symptoms)
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Manitoba health officials report 25 more measles cases as province remains national hotspot.
Source of Information.
1. CBC
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/manitoba-measles-25-more-cases-update-9.7176091?__vfz=medium%3Dsharebar
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Hong Kong health authorities investigate third measles case among airport staff.
Source of information.
1. South China Morning Post.
https://sc.mp/5j5ul?utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=3350799&utm_medium=share_widget
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Japan on Track to Log Highest Post-Pandemic Measles Cases.
"Japan is on pace to log its highest annual measles cases this year since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, with 236 patients confirmed by early April compared with the post-pandemic full-year high of 265 marked last year"
Source of information.
1. Nippon
https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2026041800126/
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Bangladesh: Measles outbreak: 10 more deaths, 1,268 suspected cases in 24hrs.
Source of Information.
1. Daily Sun.
https://www.daily-sun.com/bangladesh/868439/measles-outbreak-10-more-deaths-1-268-suspected-cases-in-24hrs
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Bangladesh recorded 1,282 new suspected measles cases and five more deaths in the past 24 hours, the country's health authorities said on Monday.
Source of information.
1. Daily Sun
https://www.daily-sun.com/health/867218/1-282-more-suspected-measles-cases-5-deaths-recorded-in-a-day
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This outbreak continues to get worse. Bangladesh says suspected measles outbreak kills about 100 children.
Source of information.
1. Channel News Asia.
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/bangladesh-measles-outbreak-suspected-deaths-6037621
Bangladesh says suspected measles outbreak killed over 110 children
With 130 children dying in 6 weeks, including 113 suspected measles deaths and 17 confirmed fatalities, Bangladesh launches a nationwide emergency vaccination campaign targeting 1.3M children in high-risk communities
Faisal Mahmud | 06.04.2026 - Update : 06.04.2026
LINK:
https://www.aa.com.tr/en/asia-pacific/bangladesh-says-suspected-measles-outbreak-killed-over-110-children/3893030
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This outbreak continues to get worse. Bangladesh says suspected measles outbreak kills about 100 children.
Source of information.
1. Channel News Asia.
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/bangladesh-measles-outbreak-suspected-deaths-6037621
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Fifteen deaths are confirmed after measles outbreak in Bangladesh
April 1, 2026
HAKA, April 1 (Reuters) - A measles outbreak in Bangladesh has led to 15 confirmed deaths, officials said on Wednesday, as the government readies to launch an emergency immunisation programme as part of efforts to try to contain the disease.
Health Services Division Secretary Kamruzzaman Chowdhury said the deaths were confirmed after laboratory testing of 33 samples, conducted with support from the World Health Organization. “Of the tested samples, 15 deaths have been directly linked to measles infection,” he said.
LINK:
https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/fifteen-deaths-are-confirmed-after-measles-outbreak-bangladesh-2026-04-01/
At least 46 children dead *Bangladesh) amid measles outbreak as virus spreads globally
Thu, April 2, 2026
"At least 46 children have died in Bangladesh, with about 684 measles cases confirmed in the country since late January"
LINK:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/least-46-children-dead-amid-001322521.html
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Fifteen deaths are confirmed after measles outbreak in Bangladesh
April 1, 2026
HAKA, April 1 (Reuters) - A measles outbreak in Bangladesh has led to 15 confirmed deaths, officials said on Wednesday, as the government readies to launch an emergency immunisation programme as part of efforts to try to contain the disease.
Health Services Division Secretary Kamruzzaman Chowdhury said the deaths were confirmed after laboratory testing of 33 samples, conducted with support from the World Health Organization. “Of the tested samples, 15 deaths have been directly linked to measles infection,” he said.
LINK:
https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/fifteen-deaths-are-confirmed-after-measles-outbreak-bangladesh-2026-04-01/
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Australia: Health warning issued after highly infectious disease detected on the Gold Coast.
Source of information.
1. 9 News.
https://www.9news.com.au/national/health-warning-issued-after-highly-infectious-disease-detected-on-the-gold-coast/b50249e0-51e1-4844-9f58-c49c920cdc2c
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Japan has seen over 100 cases of measles as of March 22, with the number of infections continuing to rise.
Source of information.
1. Safe Abroad.
https://safeabroad.com/advisories/japan-has-seen-over-100-cases-of-measles-as-of-march-22-with-the-number-of-infections-continuing-to-rise/
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The deaths of seven children within a week in Khanewal have caused fear and concern among residents, who initially suspected a measles outbreak.
Source of information.
1. Minute Mirror.
https://minutemirror.com.pk/seven-child-dies-in-khanewal-due-to-measles-524420/
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Potential measles exposure alert issued for Calgary airport, bus terminals around Alberta.
Source of information.
1. Calgary Herald.
https://calgaryherald.com/news/potential-measles-exposure-alert-calgary-airport-alberta-bus-terminals
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Costa Rica Health Officials Trace Measles Cases to Youth Camp Exposure.
Source of information.
1. Tico Times.
https://ticotimes.net/2026/03/18/costa-rica-health-officials-trace-measles-cases-to-youth-camp-exposure
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Tokyo Records 34 Measles Cases in Three Months, Equaling Last Year’s Total.
Source of information.
1. The Japan News.
https://japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20260317-317173/
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New Zealand: Auckland Airport International terminal named measles exposure site.
Source of information.
1. News Talkzb.
https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/health/auckland-airport-measles-alert-international-terminal-named-exposure-site/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=twitter
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Canada: Two locations in Fort St. John identified for potential measles exposure.
Source of information.
1. Energetic City.
https://energeticcity.ca/2026/02/28/two-locations-in-fort-st-john-identified-for-potential-measles-exposure/
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Measles Cases Linked to Hyderabad Flight Prompt Alerts in NZ, Singapore.
Source of information.
1. The Traveler.
https://www.thetraveler.org/measles-cases-linked-to-hyderabad-flight-prompt-alerts-in-nz-singapore/
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TAIPEI (Taiwan News) —The Ministry of Health and Welfare confirmed a second case of measles on Friday, after an initial case was reported earlier in February, with a wider cluster likely to develop.
Source of informaion.
1. Taiwan News.
https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6310714
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SUMMARY - In the United Kingdom, it is reported that there are 123 confirmed cases of measles in the city of London for the year 2026 as part of a total of 340 suspected cases. Between January 1, 2024 and February 23, 2026, there have been 1,117 in "England."
NOTE - For international readers, "England" can be both a generic and specific term, meaning either the 'country' of England within the United Kingdom or the entire United Kingdom. Given that this is a UK website, it is probably being specific to the 'country' of England.
LINK - https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/measles-outbreak-london-mmr-vaccine-b2928039.html (https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/measles-outbreak-london-mmr-vaccine-b2928039.html)
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Japan sees spike in measles cases: Authorities warn potential contacts.
Source of information.
1. CGTN.
https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-02-25/Japan-sees-spike-in-measles-cases-Authorities-warn-potential-contacts-1L2Y5ToUSVW/p.html
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SUMMARY - In the United Kingdom, parts of the city of London are experiencing an outbreak of measles amongst children under the age of 10. In the town of Enfield, there have been 34 confirmed cases with another 60 suspected cases from the first of the year to February 9th. The vaccination rate in Enfield is presently at 64.3% which is one of the lowest rates in the country.
LINK - https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/measles-outbreak-london-enfield-nhs-vaccines-b2920751.html (https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/measles-outbreak-london-enfield-nhs-vaccines-b2920751.html)
I am really concerned with how fast this outbreak has poped up and gone to 60 cases. Usually ones that start of big continue to grow fast.
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SUMMARY - In the United Kingdom, parts of the city of London are experiencing an outbreak of measles amongst children under the age of 10. In the town of Enfield, there have been 34 confirmed cases with another 60 suspected cases from the first of the year to February 9th. The vaccination rate in Enfield is presently at 64.3% which is one of the lowest rates in the country.
LINK - https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/measles-outbreak-london-enfield-nhs-vaccines-b2920751.html (https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/measles-outbreak-london-enfield-nhs-vaccines-b2920751.html)
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Tokyo issues measles warning for two domestic flights after infected passenger travels.
Source of information.
1. Dimsum Daily.
https://www.dimsumdaily.hk/tokyo-issues-measles-warning-for-two-domestic-flights-after-infected-passenger-travels/
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SUMMARY - In the nation of Mexico, the state of Jalisco issued a health alert on Friday (2026-02-06) and mandated the use of face masks in schools as a measles outbreak hit the state capital, a key host city for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Jalisco is the epicenter of the outbreak, with 1,163 cases confirmed this year and 2,092 suspected cases, according to Mexico's government.
LINK - https://dailyasianage.com/news/347985/measles-outbreak-issues-health-alert-in-mexico (https://dailyasianage.com/news/347985/measles-outbreak-issues-health-alert-in-mexico)
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SUMMARY - An outbreak of measles that has infected twenty-four children threatens the nation of Nepal's chances of officially eliminating the disease from their country. The outbreak marks the first time since June 2023 that the disease was officially located inside of their country.
LINK - https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/01/26/measles-resurges-in-malangwa-of-sarlahi-seven-test-positive-for-deadly-virus (https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/01/26/measles-resurges-in-malangwa-of-sarlahi-seven-test-positive-for-deadly-virus)
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SUMMARY - Six are dead and three hundred infected as a measles outbreak spreads in Jebel Marra in southwestern Sudan. Other outbreaks in the country are addressed in the article as well.
LINK - https://www.dabangasudan.org/en/all-news/article/measles-outbreak-ravages-children-in-darfurs-jebel-marra-dengue-fever-malaria-emerge-in-sudan-capital (https://www.dabangasudan.org/en/all-news/article/measles-outbreak-ravages-children-in-darfurs-jebel-marra-dengue-fever-malaria-emerge-in-sudan-capital)
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SUMMARY - Two children have died of measles in the district of Kashmore (nation: Pakistan). Several children in the area are still suffering from the measles epidemic.
NOTE - The article states "two more" and other articles online indicate that two other children in or near the same district died earlier in the month of measles as well, bringing the total at least up to four.
LINK - https://www.24newshd.tv/25-Jan-2026/two-kids-die-measles-kashmore (https://www.24newshd.tv/25-Jan-2026/two-kids-die-measles-kashmore)
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SUMMARY - The Canadian province of Manitoba say 18 new measles cases were confirmed during the second week of January, 2026. There are 4 new measles exposure sites from January 13 through 15. Details are in the link below.
LINK - https://ca.news.yahoo.com/18-more-measles-cases-4-151245640.html (https://ca.news.yahoo.com/18-more-measles-cases-4-151245640.html)
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Northeast B.C. starts 2026 by confirming 11 new measles cases.
Source of information.
1. Energetic City.
https://energeticcity.ca/2026/01/08/northeast-b-c-starts-2026-with-11-new-measles-cases/
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Australia: Measles Exposure Alert Issued at Sydney Airport After Qantas Flight.
Source of information.
1. Aviation Analysis.
https://www.aviationanalysis.net/measles-exposure-alert-issued-at-sydney-airport-after-qantas-flight/
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This is the 2026 International Measles Tracking Thread, where we will track all measles cases and exposure outside the US.