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[ April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Gender Based Violence  ( GBV ) : Concerns regarding gender based violence  ( GBV )  in the Rohingya camps have always been prevalent. In the wake of a disaster such as the massive fire that destroyed camp 9 completely, and affected the others partially; there are concerns about increased GBV as people have to remain in temporary shelters without proper safety and security  ( ACAPS NPM, 2021 ) . Additionally, the lack of gender segregated latrines is creating anxieties and tensions for heightened risks of GBV.
[ April 2021, Cox's Bazar ] Recommendations; Protection, Safety and Security: Protection sector needs to address the growing tension and fear in the makeshift shelters, especially among women and young girls. Since there are no light posts on the street and the toilets are quite far from the tent, it is critical to arrange street lights to avoid any harmful and risky incidences at night. This will also provide a sense of security among the affected camp residents. Additionally, women and adolescent friendly spaces are required in the wake of the current situation. Extra caution and discussions are required to ensure that human trafficking, kidnapping or violence inside or outside the affected camp areas are stopped with strong monitoring and support given the locally affected communities.
[ April 2021, Cox's Bazar ] Recommendations : Physical Health: In the wake of recent upsurge in COVID 19 cases across the country, it is important to continue the COVID 19 awareness campaigns in the makeshift shelters. These include makings, door to door awareness, announcements in the mosques, distribution of face masks, handouts and information on safe distancing. Additionally, the capacity building of the community level volunteers to manage mass gatherings and large crowds is required. The emergency mobile health team may also consider looking at the health status of the vulnerable populations like pregnant mothers, adolescents, children, elderly and persons with disabilities with extra caution to rebuild the trust amongst them.
[ 28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Refugees: Other women, especially young unmarried women, said conservative clothing is not enough to prevent people from questioning their dignity and harassing them. The lack of gender segregated queues and facilities was reported as a major challenge that prevents women and girls from being able to collect assistance or use facilities. This is not a new finding; women and girls have stressed the importance of gender segregated facilities since the beginning of the response.
[ April 2021, Cox's Bazar ] Recommendations; Mental Health: The trauma from the fire incident has a potential to increase anxiety and stress among the camp residents. It could also trigger the past trauma that they faced in Myanmar. Hence, the psychosocial support teams may consider taking specific measures like remote group meetings and case management support to mitigate this stressful situation in an empathetic and strategic manner.
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] As the adolescents in our sample were from different socioeconomic backgrounds, not all reported the need for receiving aid. However, among adolescents from relatively low income households who mentioned their need for aid and support, five claimed that they did not get any support from the government or from the community, although they would have benefited from this assistance. A few of the adolescents said that taking governmental support is shameful for their family
[ 18 April, 2021, Bangladesh Cox's Bazar ]  CHALLENGES: The humanitarian response in Cox's Bazar, including activities specific to the fire response, continues to be impacted by the climbing rate of COVID 19 cases in Bangladesh and the extension of the lockdown imposed by the Government of Bangladesh. The aid community continues to limit movements to the camps to life saving activities only.
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Psychosocial well being and coping: The psychosocial well being of adolescents and their families has been an important concern during the pandemic. This section lays out our findings on the mental health challenges faced by adolescents due to covid 19 and how they have sought different strategies to cope with it. Most adolescents reported that being isolated from normal life due to the pandemic made them feel bored and exhausted because they could not go to school or meet their friends.
[ 23 May, 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Host: Rice price ranges between 44 46 BDT, comparatively lower than the host markets, and red lentil prices ranges between 60 – 80 BDT. Unsurprisingly different commodity prices like rice, lentils etc. are lower than host community markets due to the difference in quality
[ 18 April, 2021, Bangladesh Cox's Bazar ] Poor mobile network coverage in the camps continues to impact the fire response and coordination, especially in the current context of restricted movements due to ongoing COVID 19 prevention measures.
[ 17th June 2021,Bangladesh ]  After the fire incident on 22 March 2021, a large amount of burnt debris and other waste were removed from Camp 8W, 9 & 10, and disposed to the TSWF. To ensure that only non recyclable waste was disposed to the TSWF, SMEP/IOM/WFP teams cleaning the affected camps set up several segregation points were food waste from the food emergency response, and organic waste and soil  ( inert )  from the drainage systems were segregated and screened before final disposal. From this exercise, 70m3 of soil was recovered to use as construction/restoring material, about 221 Ton of scrap metal, tin, and plastic was directly recovered by the local recycling dealers, and food waste was transferred to several Material Recovery Facilities  ( MRF )  for pit composting. About 3,768 m3 of non recyclable waste has been transferred to the TSWF4 .
[ 28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Refugees: The limited use of personal handheld lights and lampposts increases the risk of rape, assault, or physical injury while navigating difficult terrain in the dark. Both male and female participants requested changes to address the issue of dignified access. These include properly segregated facilities and distribution sites using partitions and different entry points, IGAs for women that can be done in their homes, distribution sites closer to homes or home delivery, and the increased distribution of clothing.
[ April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  A 25 years old female respondent shared that several NGOs were providing cooked rice, pulses, vegetables, and chicken only twice a day and the interval between two meals was quite long as well. They had to skip breakfast as there was no provision of it from any organizations responding for the food security. Therefore, they remained hungry due to the inadequate food supplies. A few of the respondents also mentioned that they were not being provided with food according to their food habits.
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Online based health services that existed since pre COVID need to be further promoted at grassroots level by the government and local NGOs as a complementary health service during the pandemic as our findings show that adolescents, particularly those from rural areas who tend to live far from services, have faced difficulties in accessing healthcare due to unavailable and overcrowded public transport systems.
[ 28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Refugees: Being unable to leave the shelter without support also means that travelling to public toilets is distressing because it requires asking for additional support from their family and can make people feel like a burden. It was also raised that discrimination against people with disabilities can impact access to services. Some carers explained that they are afraid people will tease their child with a disability, so they limit their outside activity.
[ 28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Refugees: Older people, people with disabilities, and carers suggested essential changes that humanitarians can make to ensure safer and more dignified access to services and assistance: • Increase the distribution of assistive devices and specific NFIs, such as lighting, chairs, and clothing. • Support households to access essential facilities such as toilets by placing them in or near their shelters. • Provide financial support to pay for transportation and other additional needs, such as medical care.
[ January   June 2021, Cox's Bazar ] The recent surge in COVID 19 cases led to increased occupancy of beds in UNHCR supported facilities. The upward trend in transmission rates required an enhanced medical response.
[ 29th July 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  “More than 500 people have become waterlogged,' said resident Amin Hossain. He added that there was a shortage of drinking water and other basic necessities there. Hnila Union Parishad Chairman Rashed Mahmud Ali said, “Local homes including the Ashrayan project houses have been inundated due to the closed sluice gate along the embankment. The floodwater has not been rising since the rain stopped.'
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Conclusion: Our findings suggest that despite the lifting of the nationwide lockdown and covid related restrictions, adolescents and their families in Chittagong and Sylhet divisions continue to be affected by the consequences of the covid induced crisis.Moreover, after several months of nationwide lockdown leading to loss of work or a sharp fall in household incomes, families are still struggling every day to regain their financial stability and repay their debts.
[ April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  As COVID 19 cases continue to rise in Cox's Bazar, the temporary displacement of thousands of people has severe implications for the Rohingya community. Without adequate facilities for shelter and hygiene, they remain extremely vulnerable to all kinds of vulnerabilities including COVID 19 infections and other health hazards, due to a lack of preventive measures. Additionally, as the government of Bangladesh has started implementing nationwide lockdowns since 5th April, 2021, the implications for service providers and consequent impacts on service delivery remains a matter of concern.
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] There needs to be greater awareness among policy makers and service providers of the impacts of the pandemic on adolescent psychosocial well being and needs, recognising that they may be experiencing depression and anxiety. This involves reinforcing the importance of recreation opportunities and scope for adolescents to engage with their respective communities and their studies. Community leaders and authorities should plan initiatives to create opportunities and infrastructures for adolescents to get involved as volunteers and active participants in their community. Counseling programmes at school and community levels should be prioritized, for adolescents, families and teachers.
[ 28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Refugees: Some participants said that not being able to contribute to the household or access their own assistance causes immense shame and guilt, especially for those who depend entirely on others to support them with the completion of daily tasks. People with disabilities and older people said they often feel like a burden and are shy or reluctant to ask for support from their family and from others, which results in their needs not being met.
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] As a result of increasing poverty due to the covid related economic crisis, the re emergence of higher rates of child labour, child marriage, and transactional sex involving children and adolescents may lead to longer term impacts, notably higher school dropout rates  ( Uddin, 2020 ) . Moreover, the closing of schools has brought a sudden and unexpected end to adolescents' face to face interaction with their peers, as well as their opportunities for recreation, physical activity, and outdoor mobility. As a result, adolescents' mental health has been adversely affected. Financial pressures within the household and young people's health fears surrounding the virus may also be undermining adolescents' psychosocial well being  ( Aresfin and Shafiullah, 2020 ) . According to a study conducted by GAGE, 75% of adolescents reported feeling scared or worried about covid 19, and 80% reported an increase in household stress since the advent of the pandemic in Bangladesh  ( Baird et al., 2020 )
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] There are an estimated 36 million adolescents in Bangladesh  ( defined as 10–19 years ) , comprising more than onefifth of the country's total population  ( Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, 2016 ) . Some 84% of adolescents aged 11–151  ( 86% in rural districts and 81% in urban districts )  are enrolled in secondary school  ( Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics  ( BBS ) , 2019 ) . In the context of covid, adolescents face specific risks related to the loss of access to education for a lengthy period, the effects of personal and household financial crisis, and adverse impacts on psychosocial well being
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] According to the Household Income Expenditure Survey  ( HIES )  of 2016, among households with school going children, 24%  ( or 8.4 million )  were living below the poverty line, even before the advent of covid 19  ( BBS, 2019 ) . Post lockdown, this figure is expected to have risen to 44%, resulting in as many as 7.70 million additional households falling below the poverty line during the crisis, and taking the total number of households with school going children who are living below the poverty line to 16 million  ( Raihan and Bidisha, 2021 ) .
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Knowledge about treatment of covid 19 When asked about medical treatment for people with covid 19 and what needs to be done once someone becomes infected, many adolescents – mostly from rural areas – could give only vague or unclear answers. A 13 year old girl suggested, ‘You have to take medication for it'  ( grade 7, Sylhet rural area ) . Some respondents mentioned going to the doctor, taking medicine and getting hospitalised if needed, but most were unable to provide specific information about which doctor or hospital they should go to, what medicine they should take, and whom they should contact first. On the other hand, adolescents had clearer ideas about the home remedies one would use to cure and recover from covid 19, frequently mentioning drinking hot water and having citrus fruits such as lemons or oranges. Some mentioned taking painkillers such as Napa  ( paracetamol )  and suggested herbal remedies such as tulsi  ( holy basil ) , cumin, cloves, etc. As one 15 year old girl said, ‘I heard of a leaf which can cure coronavirus if eaten. There are many medicines. Eating a medicine of a leaf can cure'  ( grade 8, Sylhet rural area ) .
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Most adolescents mentioned having some form of difficulty accessing remote learning at home, resulting in reduced study hours and a tailing off of interest, leading to discontinuation of their studies. Some adolescents expressed that although online classes are available so that they can continue their education, the virtual class system seems to be not as effective as face to face classes in school, especially for young children.
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Using a mask: Using a mask was the most commonly reported protective measure among adolescents when they leave their homes  ( very few wear them inside their houses ) . Most adolescents stated that masks are available and affordable in their community, with prices ranging from $0.12 to $0.72, which was mostly affordable, although geographic distinctions emerged. Of those concerned about the price of masks, nearly all were living in urban areas.
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Washing hands: Washing hands with soap and using hand sanitiser is another protective measure that was mentioned very frequently by adolescents. While use of hand sanitiser was mostly reported by urban adolescents, rural adolescents mostly mentioned using soap to wash their hands. Using hot water regularly was also reported. Some adolescents pointed out the changes that had taken place since the onset of the pandemic in hygiene practices among their community
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Differential impact on learning: urban vs rural adolescents Data shows differential impacts of school closures on learning according to area of residence. Some adolescents, mostly those living in well off households in urban areas, were found to have more resources to continue learning  ( either through remote learning or private tuition )  than others who mainly live in rural areas and lack access to the technologies needed for remote learning or who can access TV only. Adolescents from rural areas in particular were found to have limited access to mobile phones, internet and TV, and noted the risk of dropping out of school completely if the crisis continues
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Adolescents also shared their tensions and anxiety as a result of the pandemic. ‘Education related uncertainty' was reported as the most common source of their anxiety. Educational institutes remained closed for quite a long time, during which there was no government announcement about promotions from one class to another. This created uncertainty among the adolescents about their educational future.
[ 25 June  31 July 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Red Chilly price showed a downward trend in Ukhia and it is maintained similar than same time last year.
[ April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Inadequate WASH facilities have multifaceted implications for the community, as improper hygiene measures have a direct impact on health and can lead to many communicable diseases being spread which will worsen the current situation. Lack of water and handwashing facilities also hampers the COVID  19 preventive measures and can directly and exponentially increase the spread of disease in these makeshift shelters.
[ April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Lactating mothers were afraid to stay in those shelters with their children. The tents were built with tarpaulin and other materials that could not protect them from the heat. Therefore, the temperature became abnormally high inside the tents. Consequently, they showed their concern for the upcoming summer season since living in those tents were becoming unbearable. They were particularly concerned for their babies.
[ 31st May 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Although women and girls are disproportionately affected by GBV, there have been cases of men suffering psychological abuse but unaware of the proper channels to report such incidents. COVID 19 containment and risk mitigation measures have had a clear negative socioeconomic impact, with an increase in petty crimes, inter  and intra  communal disputes, and human trafficking
[ 31st May 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Refugees: Strict enforcement of lockdown measures, accompanied by risk of harassment and extortion during their enforcement, will likely impact Rohingya mental health, contributing to an overall deterioration in protection, especially for vulnerable groups.
[ 31st May 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Given the limited shelter support humanitarian partners could provide before 19 May 2021, shelter damage is expected to be extensive and some shelters could become unliveable. When no shelter emergency assistance is provided, people remain unprotected from the elements and may seek shelter in neighbouring households, increasing the risk of COVID 19 transmission.
[ 31st May 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  In 2021, heavy rainfall and slope failure is likely to increase damage to bridges and pathways due to the suspension of monsoon preparedness activities. Heavy rainfall during the monsoon season can make it difficult for households to access WASH facilities due to muddy and slippery pathways, waterlogging, etc. Flooding can also contaminate water sources
[ 23 May, 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Selling food assistance, specially rice, oil, eggs and pulses continues due to the increased household's need of cash to cover other food and non food needs.
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Almost all of the adolescents mentioned the reinforcement of hygiene practices in their household in response to the ongoing pandemic. They reported that they now wash their hands and clothes and clean their house with soap and Savlon  ( an antiseptic liquid )  more often than they used to do before the outbreak of the virus.
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Changes in health seeking behaviour: Most adolescents reported that even after the pandemic, people in their community continued to go to local doctors and pharmacists for non covid related health issues. However, some rural adolescents mentioned that, because doctors and hospitals were very far away from their home, it was difficult to access healthcare services during the pandemic
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] According to the Asian Development Bank  ( ADB ) , Bangladesh's economic growth rate decreased from 7% to 5.2% during lockdown  ( ADB, 2020 )  and, as a result, poverty levels – particularly in rural areas – have increased, leading to the emergence of a category of ‘new poor'  ( Rahman et al., 2020 ) . In response to the financial crisis induced by the pandemic, According to the Asian Development Bank  ( ADB ) , Bangladesh's economic growth rate decreased from 7% to 5.2% during lockdown  ( ADB, 2020 )  and, as a result, poverty levels – particularly in rural areas – have increased, leading to the emergence of a category of ‘new poor'  ( Rahman et al., 2020 ) . In response to the financial crisis induced by the pandemic, the government has expanded social protection programmes, distributed stimulus packages and supplied relief to vulnerable categories of the population  ( Bacil and Soyer, 2020 ) . The education sector has also been seriously affected, with the closure of all educational institutions from 17 March 2020. While schools are anticipated to reopen on 30 March 2021  ( Dhaka Tribune, 2021 ) , the persistence of school closures has taken a toll on adolescents' education and learning.While schools are anticipated to reopen on 30 March 2021  ( Dhaka Tribune, 2021 ) , the persistence of school closures has taken a toll on adolescents' education and learning.
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Sources of knowledge about covid 19: Adolescents living in urban areas were found to have more precise knowledge on covid 19 compared to their rural counterparts, with slightly more access to various sources of information such as the internet  ( e.g. websites and YouTube channels ) , social media  ( e.g. Facebook ) , television  ( e.g. news reports and advertisements ) , school teachers, family members, and awareness raising campaigns in the locality  ( e.g. posters, placards, ‘miking' ) .4 An 11 year old boy in grade 7 said, ‘I learned it online and my mother is a teacher. My mother also gives me some information about it and we discuss it in our home. Then I can learn many things from the government website. But most of the information is available online'  ( Sylhet urban area ) . Rural adolescents were mostly found to acquire their knowledge from their family and community; when asked about their sources of information, most replied ‘from people around'. As a 13 year old girl said, ‘Aren't there some people around us who talk about this matter  [ coronavirus ] ? They sit together and talk about all these things. So  [ I heard ]  from them'  ( grade 7, Chittagong rural area ) .
[ 18 April, 2021, Bangladesh Cox's Bazar ] Tensions and unrest in the fire affected camps have impacted refugees, especially children. Aid agencies have also reported some incidents of looting in child protection facilities.
[ 30 April 2021, Bangladesh ] Coping strategies to improve psychosocial well being: Adolescents mentioned watching TV and using mobile phones as the most common coping strategies to deal with boredom at home. Using a mobile phone was found to be more common among urban male adolescents than other adolescents. However, most adolescents – male and female, from rural and urban areas – reported that they watched TV when they have free time or feel sad. Connecting with friends was another way of coping, reported mostly by boys, with urban boys reporting more communication via mobile phone compared to their rural counterparts, who mostly met friends in person. Some adolescents, both male and female, also mentioned activities such as drawing, reading story books, and playing with siblings. A few girls mentioned gossiping with relatives or family members and doing handicrafts as a way of passing time.
[ 28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ] Refugees: In 53% of male FGDs and 30% of female FGDs, participants said they had received rotten food – mainly dried Bombay fish, potatoes, and eggs. A minority also mentioned finding stones in their rice and chillies or receiving rice that was wet and inedible. Approximately 23% of male FGDs and 13% of female FGDs also reported receiving fewer items at the distribution point than what was allocated, affecting how long their rations lasted.
[ 28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Refugees: In 34 male FGDs, participants said they were not allowed to check the contents or weight of items in food packages at the distribution sites because they were already sealed. They said they were told opening packages would slow down the distribution process. Some said that when they checked the contents at home and found rotten or missing items or items in smaller quantities than allocated, they were not believed by humanitarian staff when they returned and reported the issue.
[ 28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Refugees: Not all households are the same however, and in some FGDs, participants requested more lentils while in others they requested less. Many are also concerned about their health, with participants in three male FGDs and eight female FGDs explicitly stating that eating too much of some foods, such as chickpeas, is causing diarrhoea and other illnesses. Adult women also said they struggled to get their children to eat the same food every day and they are sad they cannot feed their children their preferred foods and do not have snacks for their children.
[ 29 April 2021, Bangladesh Cox's Bazar ]  In reference to the above subject, this is to inform you that CQVID I9 pandemic situation has been deteriorating in the 'Forcibly Displaced Myanmar Nationals' camp area. On 29 April202l,17 positive cases have been detected. It is assumed that the number of positive cases will increase in upcoming days. It is to inform you that concerned RIRT  ( Rapid Investigation and Response Team )  already working in the camp in coordination with concerned Camp in Charges. To mitigate the situation, a comprehensive effort is required from all concerned.
[ 27 April, 2021, Bangladesh ]  Arriving passengers carrying PCR based COVID 19 negative certificate and either already have vaccinated with 1st dose  ( proof of vaccination needs to be carried )  or not yet vaccinated, shall have to complete a mandatory 3  ( three )  days institutional quarantine at government nominated facilities or at hotels on passenger's own expenses. Upon completion of the 3 days institutional quarantine, sample will be collected for the COVID 19 PCR test. The passenger will be released to complete a total of 11 days home quarantine if the PCR based COVID 19 test result is Negative. The local administration shall ensure their home quarantine. In case of positive result of PCR based COVID 19 test, the passenger shall have to go for isolation at government nominated facilities at own expenses.
[ 31 July 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Host: Most Vulnerable Group: In camp level the pregnant & lactating mother, elderly, person with disabilities, people living in hilly areas are the most vulnerable according to the KII interviewees. Also, the women, single women, adolescent girls & boys, Pregnant & lactating Women, People with disability, Elderly, Transgender, Women/Child/Adolescent headed households, EVI family, and women with young children are the most vulnerable as per survey result from host community
[ 12 18 April 2021, Bangladesh Cox's Bazar ] Highlights: COVID 19 Contact Tracing: Total 489  ( out of 494 )  confirmed cases have been investigated by Rapid Investigation and Response Team  ( RIRT )  and captured through go.data as of week 15 ▪ Total 1,899 contacts have been identified and registered for follow up ▪ Out of those, 1, 551  ( 82% )  contacts have been completed the follow up ▪ Twenty seven  ( 27 )  contacts  ( 1.7% )  tested positive during follow up period ▪ Average number of contacts is ~4 per positive case ▪ No geo clusters have been found out in camps
[ 4th April 2021, Bangladesh ]  All government/semi government/autonomous office and court, and nongovernment office could use their own vehicles to transport only essentials staffs in limited scale for emergency works. Industry factory and construction works will continue. The management of industry factories will transport  ( up and down )  their own workers by their own transportation arrangements, respectively. Field hospital/treatment arrangement in the suitable locations near the industry factory have to arranged by BGMEA and BKMEA.
[ 24th April 2021, Bangladesh ]  Upon completion of the 3 days institutional quarantine, sample will be collected for the COVID 19 PCR test. The passenger will be released to complete a total of 11 days home quarantine if the PCR based COVID 19 test result is Negative. The local administration shall ensure their home quarantine. In case of positive result of PCR based COVID 19 test, the passenger shall have to go for isolation at government nominated facilities at own expenses;
Community based Mortality surveillance: In week 15, 30 deaths were recorded   • 70%  ( n=21 )  were due to causes classified as “Others' • 10%  ( n=3 )  as still birth  ( Born Dead )  • 6.6%  ( n=2 )  as neonatal  ( <28 days old )  • 6.6%  ( n=2 )  as severe respiratory infection  ( SARI )  death • 6.6%  ( n=2 )  as infectious disease death • Out of reported deaths, 40% occurred in health facilities, 57% at homes and 3% from community/public places. • Partners to report all mortalities into EWARS platform using both case and event based reporting as applicable.
[ 28th April 2021, Bangladesh ]  Shops/shopping malls can be kept open from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm by following proper health guidelines. The management committee of the concerned market or organization including the Ministry of Commerce, Ministry of Labour and the concerned trade organization will take necessary steps regarding the observance of health guidelines. Legal action will be taken against those who disobey the instructions;
[ 30th April 2021, Bangladesh ]  Upon completion of the 3 days institutional quarantine, medical test will be carried out. The passenger will be released to complete a total of 11 days home quarantine if the medical test result is satisfactory. In case of unsatisfactory medical test result, the passenger shall have to go for isolation at government nominated facilities at own expenses or continue with the institutional quarantine.
[ 30th April 2021, Bangladesh ]  Incoming Passengers from these countries of origin will have to complete 14  ( fourteen )  days strict home quarantine. However, if any COVID 19 symptoms are detected/observed on arrival, he/she shall be sent to Government Authorized Hospital for further checkup or depending on the nature/intensity of the symptoms, will be sent to isolation at government nominated facilities or Hotel at passenger's own expenses.
[ 31st May 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  The risk of mosquito vector borne diseases such as dengue, malaria, and chikungunya is higher during the pre monsoon and monsoon seasons. Health is inextricably tied to shelter, NFIs, and WASH. Current restrictions on shelter reinforcement, NFI distributions, and WASH programming could contribute to an increase in vector borne and waterborne diseases.
[ 12 18 April 2021, Bangladesh Cox's Bazar ] Cholera Surveillance: Total seventeen  ( 17 )  Cholera RDT positive/culture cases reported as of W15 2021. Out of those 4 were confirmed and 11 by culture and remaining 2 results yet to be received.In 2020, total 28 RDT/Culture positive cases for Cholera detected through sentinel testing. Specifically, 5 became confirmed by culture   2 from Ukhiya Host, 1 from Teknaf host and 2 from Refugees
[ 20th April 2021, Bangladesh ]  Due to the current situation of COVID 19, following the two above mentioned memos, allowing the international special flight operations and resumption of banking activities, the imposition of previous restrictions has been extended from midnight on 21 April to midnight on 28 April 2021. In this case, concerned are requested to take necessary actions on this matter, as directed.
[ 31st May 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  As at 16 May 2021, a total of 31 Rapid Diagnostic Tests7  ( RDTs )  were reported positive, of which eight were confirmed to be cholera. This is concerning because in all of 2020, only 28 RDTs were reported positive, of which five were cholera. Older children and adults thus remain at risk of contracting the disease
[ 12 18 April 2021, Bangladesh Cox's Bazar ] Diphtheria: A total of 9 259 case patients were reported since 2017 to till date • Confirmed = 343 • Probable = 2 803 • Suspected = 6 113 Total case reported in 2021 = 73 • Confirmed = 1 • Probable = 25 • Suspected = 47 Last confirmed case was reported in week 1  ( 4 January 2021 )  In total 47 deaths were reported, last death reported on 25 October 2019.
[ 24th June 2021, Bangladesh ]  Passengers from all other countries will have to complete 14 day strict home quarantine. All incoming or outgoing passengers must possess PCR based Covid 19 negative certificates. The PCR test should be done within 72 hours of the flight departure time. Outgoing passengers should also follow the latest restrictions or requirements imposed by the transit or destination country.
[ 15th   28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  HOST: In 2020, a total of 28 RDT positive cases for Cholera were detected through sentinel testing, five  ( 05 )  of which were confirmed by culture   two from Ukhiya host community, one from Teknaf host community and two from the refugee camps. It is important to note that a Cholera outbreak occurred in late 2019 with a reported number of 239 RDT/culture positive cases and in response a mass Oral Cholera Vaccine  ( OCV )  vaccination campaign was conducted with over 160 000 children of 1 <5 years being vaccinated with a 2  doses regimen.
[ 2 April 2021, Bangladesh ]  To comply with government decisions in light of COVID l9 pandemic situation: In response to the recent updated COVID l9 situation, this office would like to request all of you to implement the activities in the camps in line with COVID l9 mitigation measures recorlmended by the Government of Bangladesh. The presence of staff of all organizati,,ons should be reduced by 50o/o, which can be implemented by following rotation and work from home module. This also should include physical distancing measures, use of personal protective equipment  ( wearing masks ) , hand washing and temperature screening at entry points.
[ 25 April 2021, Bangladesh ]  Temporary suspension of the 1st dose vaccination of COVID 19 Vaccination Program from 26th April 2021: As per the aforementioned subject, from 26th April 2021, the 1st dose vaccination of the COVID 19 Vaccination Program will be temporarily on hold, until any further notice. You are requested to take necessary action in this regard at the concerned centers under your jurisdiction.
[ 12 18 April 2021, Bangladesh Cox's Bazar ] Suspected SARI death under enhanced Community based mortality surveillance has been continued since week 28, 2020. – Eighty three  ( 83 )  suspected SARI deaths have been reported so far and reviewed subsequently by Rapid Investigation and Response Team  ( RIRT )  for COIVD 19. – Total Nine  ( 9 )  SARI deaths were considered as death due to probable COVID 19 till date
[ 15th   28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Between weeks 15 16, 60 new confirmed cases were detected from 1,875 samples tested, the test positivity was therefore 3.2%. As of 25 April 2021 the cumulative incidence is 61.1 per 100 000 people. The overall positivity of samples tested is 1.3%. Among the cases, 5.5% showed severe symptoms at the time of admission while 6.5% reported at least one co morbidity. The median age of tested and confirmed cases was not changed 10  ( 0 120 )  & 18  ( 0 90 )  years, respectively and ratio of females among tested and confirmed cases was 55% and 52%, respectively.
[ 15th   28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Host: While the overall positivity of the sample tested in the district is 9.4%, an increasing trend in the positive cases among the host community has been observed in the past few weeks. In week 14, 453 cases tested positive in comparison with 203 positive cases registered in week 12. The number of cases has slightly decreased to 400 in week 16, with a test rate positivity of 15.3%. Most cases have been reported in the municipality and Sadar Upazila area, with a 2 fold rise of new cases contributing by the other upazilas collectively in the district.
[ 15th   28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Currently, 478 general isolation beds are functional in 12 Severe Acute Respiratory Infection  ( SARI )  Isolation and Treatment Centers  ( ITCs )  with provision of oxygen to assist both the Rohingya refugee population and the nearby host communities of Cox's Bazar. The current bed occupancy of these SARI ITCs is 26%. The additional capacity of general isolation beds in the district is 418. The Intensive Care Unit/High Dependency Unit  ( ICU/HDU )  at the Cox's Bazar Sadar Hospital has a capacity of 38 beds for severe and critical patients. During the past three weeks, a considerable increase in the bed occupancy has been observed, indicating the increased demand of hospitalization due to severe disease presentation during admission.
[ 15th   28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Both Host and Refugees: Since the onset of the outbreak in 2017, Diphtheria surveillance is ongoing in the camps. The total number of diphtheria cases reported is 9261 to date  ( 3016 in 2017; 5330 in 2018; 614 in 2019; 226 in 2020 and 75 as of week 16, 2021 ) . In total, 9018 cases were reported in the camps and 243 from the host community, with 47 deaths registered in the refugee camps and none in the host community. While the first Diphtheria case was detected on 10 November 2017, the first death occurred on 29 December 2017 and the last death on 25 October 2019.
[ 15th   28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  During the reporting period, three  ( 03 )  new suspected maternal deaths has been reported. In total 42 suspected and confirmed maternal/deaths of Women of reproductive age  ( WRA, 12 49 years )  have been reported in 2021, of which eleven  ( 11 )  deaths have been reported from facilities and directly undergone review by Maternal and Perinatal Mortality Surveillance and Response  ( MPMSR ) . Investigation of mortality due to suspected potential infectious causes i.e. SARI, Measles, Cholera, Diphtheria etc. is ongoing in the camps along with death due to maternal causes as high priority.
[ 19th  25th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Total 507  ( out of 525 )  confirmed cases have been investigated by Rapid Investigation and Response Team  ( RIRT )  and captured through go.data as of week 16 ▪ Total 1,930 contacts have been identified and registered for follow up ▪ Out of those, 1, 577  ( 82% )  contacts have been completed the follow up ▪ Twenty seven  ( 27 )  contacts  ( 1.7% )  tested positive during follow up period ▪ Average number of contacts is ~4 per positive case.
[ 28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Refugees: Pedestrian infrastructure was raised as a major challenge and priority area by participants in 48% of male FGDs and 25% of female FGDs. People said pathways are unsafe, especially during the monsoon season, impacting access to essential assistance and services. This was especially the case for older people, people with disabilities, people with chronic illnesses, and pregnant and lactating women.
[ 31st May 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Refugees: Thousands of refugees have been relocated to Bhasan Char, a previously uninhabited low lying silt island off the southern coast of Bangladesh. Further relocations are ongoing and the Government of Bangladesh aims to relocate an estimated 100,000 refugees to the island.
[ 15th   28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Though the median age of tested samples remained below 10 years, a significant proportion has been tested among 50+ years: 525 per 10 000 population, following that of 0 9 years with 659 tests per 10 000 population as highest number. The test positivity was highest 1.9% in 30 39  and 20 29 years age cohort and the age specific mortality 0.99 per 10 000 population observed among 50+ years during the period. In total, and since the outbreak began, 11 deaths due to confirmed COVID 19 have been reported in the camps with a case fatality ratio of 2.1%.
[ 30th April 2021, Bangladesh ]  A maximum of 140 passengers in the Narrow Bodied  ( Single isle )  aircraft and 200 passengers by the Wide Bodied  ( Twin isle )  aircraft can be carried. In both the cases of Narrow Body or Wide Body aircraft, at least the last row of the economy class and one seat of business class  ( unless otherwise instructed )  cabin shall be kept vacant for any suspected COVID  19 positive passenger ( s ) .
[ 15th   28th April 2021, Bangladesh ]  In response to the increase in number of cases among the host community, the Government of Bangladesh and the Office of the Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner  ( RCCC )  in Cox's Bazar have imposed movement restrictions and other mitigation measures in district and camp areas. All tourist activities remain suspended in the district for the upcoming weeks.
[ 30th April 2021, Bangladesh ]  Moreover, all health directives including disinfection, social distancing etc. procedure at the airport or in the aircraft shall strictly to be complied following the other directives of CAAB. This circular will replace, to the extent it is relevant, the instructions contained in any other Civil Aviation Circular/Instruction/Directives issued by CAAB in this regard.
[ March 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Camp markets were fully operational in March 2021, except for those affected by the fire in the camps of Ukhia. • Balukhali bazar, a thriving source market for many local markets/shops in the camps, was affected by the fire, drastically reducing its functional capacity. This triggered localized supply shortfalls on some commodities  ( fish, poultry, vegetables )  resulting in marginal price increases in the nearby markets. The price increase was due to higher transactional costs incurred to source commodities from other distant markets like Kutupalong Bazar
[ 15th   28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Four  ( 04 )  Rapid Diagnostic Test  ( RDT )  positive cases for Acute Water Diarrhea  ( AWD )  were reported in the reporting period. The total number of cases reported so far is 19 in 2021: six  ( 06 )  from the refugee camps and thirteen  ( 13 )  from host communities. Out of these, four  ( 04 )  were culture confirmed and eleven  ( 11 )  tested negative by culture and remaining for culture result awaited.
[ March 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  The re introduced lockdowns, if extended, will potentially disrupt supply chains and result in further price increases and commodity unavailability in some cases. Need for close monitoring of market dynamics. • Livelihoods disruptions from the current lockdown, coupled with disruptions from the upcoming monsoon season could likely result in increased food insecurity and vulnerability among market dependent poor households. Calls for close monitoring and readiness should there be need to expand safety nets and assistance programmes.
[ March 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Mixed price trends observed across commodities, with soybean oil, onions and red chilli prices rising significantly from February due to higher transportation cost, seasonality and unavailability in some markets, among other factors. • Vegetable oil price was the most volatile, with the government intervening to regulate the price. The steady increase in prices is attributed to shortage of raw materials in the country and increased prices in the international market. Current prices are up to 30 percent above quarter 1 2020 prices. • Rice prices have also been increasing steadily from the second half of 2020 to early part of 2021, driven by draw down in stock levels. Shortfall in production due to severe flooding in June/July 2020 and low import volumes contributed to tight supplies amidst increased demand, pushing prices up. • Although rice prices stabilized in March, they remain elevated and up to 60 percent above Q1 2020 prices. While more imports are expected, prices are unlikely to come down significantly until mid 2021, when Boro harvest is expected to reach the market. • Red lentil prices remained fairly stable from mid 2020, thanks to adequacy in stock levels through imports. According to Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics, lentils imports in the second half of 2020 was 58 percent higher than same period in 2019. However, marginal price increases were observed in some remote markets moving into March 2021. • Prices of onion and red chilli, continue an upward trend since mid February. Before then, onion prices had registered a steady decline supported by ample import levels. While imports from India remain active, reports of collusion and hoarding by traders and anticipated demand surge during Ramadan could be keeping the prices high.
[ 19th  25th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Suspected SARI death under enhanced Community based mortality surveillance has been continued since week 28, 2020. – Eighty three  ( 83 )  suspected SARI deaths have been reported so far and reviewed subsequently by Rapid Investigation and Response Team  ( RIRT )  for COIVD 19. – Total Nine  ( 9 )  SARI deaths were considered as death due to probable COVID 19 till date.
[ 31st May 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Both host and Refugees: Tensions remained high after the first lockdown was lifted and only started to decline recently. This second lockdown, along with the complete lockdown of Teknaf upazila and predicted lockdown of Ukhia upazila, will likely result in another increase in tensions.
[ 20th July 2021, Bangladesh ]  2 Facilitate sectoral expansion of CVP: APHEA should work with GCDM and other functional teams in RO to facilitate adapting CVP beyond humanitarian responses and to be able to utilise CVP beyond food security and livelihood; as many staff have expressed an eagerness to apply CVP in development work in Area Programs.
[ 24th June 2021, Bangladesh ]  The notice says all types of regular activities and public movement will be ceased in Maskanda bus stand, Chorpara, Noyapara, Krishtopur, Alia Madrasa area, Noumohol, RK Mission Road, Boundary Road, Patgudam, Kachijhuli and Ganginarpar areas considering the Covid 19 situation. But the people engaged in emergency services, the press and the law enforcers; transports carrying them and the emergency supplies; and the kitchen markets will remain out of the purview of the ban.
[ 31st May 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Both host and Refugees: Without the provision of protection and social cohesion programming, there may be an increase in tensions between both communities residing within camp boundaries. At the time of writing, it remains unclear how host community households living within camp boundaries will be able to access food and other services
[ 28th April 2021, Cox's Bazar ]  Refugees: Older people commonly said that despite their age and difficulty walking to and from distributions points with their assistance, they do not qualify for the free porter service however, because there is a young adult in their household. This is the case even if that young adult is female and also struggles to carry the packages. In the eight KIIs with single female headed households, people said they face enormous challenges collecting assistance without paying for support.