Measles Sickness in Bangladesh

May 4, 2026, 18:06
AsiaHealth

Introduction

Many children in Bangladesh are sick with measles. Many children are dying from this disease.

Main Body

Many children are sick. More than 300 children died since March. The sickness is in many cities and towns. In the past, Bangladesh had no measles. But then, the country had no vaccines. The government did not buy the medicine in 2024 and 2025. Now, the government gives vaccines to 18 million children. Some leaders say the problem is small. But the WHO says many babies are still in danger.

Conclusion

Bangladesh is trying to stop the sickness with new vaccines because they did not have them before.

Learning

πŸ•°οΈ THE TIME SWITCH

Look at how the story moves from Then to Now. This is the key to A2 English: switching between the past and the present.

1. The Past (Finished) We use -ed or special words to show things are over.

  • Had β†’\rightarrow (Past of have)
  • Did not buy β†’\rightarrow (Negative past)
  • Died β†’\rightarrow (Action finished)

2. The Now (Happening) We use simple present or "ing" for things happening today.

  • Are sick β†’\rightarrow (Current state)
  • Gives vaccines β†’\rightarrow (Current action)
  • Is trying β†’\rightarrow (Action in progress)

Quick Comparison:

  • Then: Bangladesh had no measles.
  • Now: Bangladesh is trying to stop it.

πŸ’‘ Word Power: 'Many' Notice how the text uses Many + [People/Things].

  • Many children
  • Many cities
  • Many babies

Tip: Use 'Many' for things you can count (1, 2, 3 children).

Vocabulary Learning

children
young people who are not adults
Example:The children played in the park.
sick
not healthy or feeling ill
Example:She feels sick after the flu.
measles
a contagious disease that causes a rash
Example:He had measles when he was five.
disease
a sickness that makes people ill
Example:The doctor explained the disease.
cities
large towns with many people
Example:Many cities have busy streets.
towns
smaller communities than cities
Example:The towns near the river are quiet.
vaccines
medicine that protects against illnesses
Example:Vaccines help prevent measles.
government
the group that runs a country
Example:The government announced new plans.
medicine
drug used to treat sickness
Example:She took medicine for her headache.
danger
risk of harm or injury
Example:The danger of falling is high.