11 die from measles and related complications within 24 hours

At least 11 people have died from measles and related complications across the country in the past 24 hours, as the outbreak continues to worsen.

The information was confirmed in a press release issued on Saturday by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) control room.

Health officials said the rising death toll signals a deteriorating public health situation, raising concerns over the rapid spread of the highly contagious disease.