United Medical College Hospital opens measles unit to treat infected children
United Medical College Hospital has launched a dedicated measles management system to provide specialised care for children with measles amid the ongoing outbreak in Bangladesh.
The hospital said the initiative aims to ensure treatment for measles patients while protecting patients on other hospital floors through strict infection-control measures and WHO-guided protocols.
To minimise the risk of cross-infection, the hospital has set up a separate isolation wing exclusively for measles patients and their attendants.
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It has also introduced structured triage systems, restricted patient movement, continuous disinfection procedures, PPE protection, and dedicated NICU and PICU support zones.
The initiative was implemented as part of the hospital's efforts to support the country's healthcare response during the outbreak.
Recognising that many affected children are arriving from underserved regions, the hospital has introduced subsidised treatment support to make healthcare more affordable.
Under the initiative, patients are receiving cabin-level facilities at ward-level costs, along with reduced charges for essential services.
Critical patients are also receiving one-to-one nursing support, ventilatory care and continuous monitoring.
So far, 16 measles patients have been treated under the specialised system, with 14 discharged in stable condition.
Commenting on the initiative, Dr Azharul Islam Khan, Director of Medical Services at UnitedHealthcare, said that Bangladesh's fight against the measles outbreak requires coordinated action from both the public and private healthcare sectors.
"Every child deserves timely care, and during national healthcare emergencies, healthcare becomes a shared responsibility," he said.
Despite the rapid operational changes, United Medical College Hospital said it continues to maintain uninterrupted emergency and critical care services through its multidisciplinary medical teams and advanced treatment facilities.
The hospital said the initiative reinforces its commitment to accessible, safe and comprehensive healthcare for patients across the country.
