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Pennsylvania measles deaths signal a worsening U.S. outbreak
Key Takeaways
- Pennsylvania reported two measles deaths in Lancaster County, the first U.S. measles fatalities of 2026.
- Both people were unvaccinated, and the state said these were its first measles deaths in 35 years.
- Pennsylvania has recorded 393 cases in 28 counties, while the U.S. total has reached 2,813 in 2026.
- Falling kindergarten vaccination rates and rising exemptions are increasing the risk of sustained domestic transmission.
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DT Editorial Team··via livescience.com
