CDC Confirms First 2026 Measles Death as Pennsylvania Outbreak Claims Four Lives

NBC News • 23 Sep 22:02

The CDC has verified a single measles-related death for 2026, though details remain undisclosed, while Pennsylvania reports a surge in cases and multiple recent fatalities.

New York Post • 23 Sep 15:12

Pennsylvania's measles surge has led to an increase in newborn infections, prompting health officials to issue new guidance for pregnant women and clinicians.

democracynow.org • 23 Sep 12:00

Pennsylvania health officials confirmed four measles-related deaths in the past month, part of an outbreak with nearly 800 reported cases, while federal officials face criticism over the response.

NPR • 23 Sep 07:00

Health officials report hundreds of measles cases in Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas and Utah, primarily among unvaccinated individuals, and warn of a potential wider epidemic.

Inquirer.com • 21 Sep 20:27

Pennsylvania has recorded 792 measles cases this year, the largest U.S. outbreak in 2026, with four deaths linked to the disease and a statewide push for vaccinations.

Yahoo • 21 Sep 18:39

The Pennsylvania Department of Health said the state now has 792 measles cases, with 155 hospitalizations, as the outbreak continues to expand.

wtae.com • 19 Sep 14:24

Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Debra L. Bogen asked the CDC to publicly recognize four measles-related deaths and warned the state will withdraw its Epi-Aid request if the acknowledgment is not made.

Reuters • 17 Sep 20:18

Pennsylvania health officials have asked the CDC for emergency assistance in the state's measles outbreak, stating they will withdraw the request if the agency does not publicly acknowledge four measles-related deaths.

WPSU • 17 Sep 17:18

Governor Josh Shapiro asked the CDC to update its measles dashboard to include four deaths reported in Pennsylvania, as the state battles a large outbreak and seeks federal assistance.

The Guardian • 17 Sep 16:51

Pennsylvania health officials have asked the CDC for an emergency Epi-Aid after confirming 731 measles cases and four deaths, warning the request could be withdrawn if the agency does not publicly acknowledge the fatalities.

CNN • 16 Sep 11:00

A fourth measles fatality was confirmed in Pennsylvania, marking the first year in decades with at least four deaths nationwide, while overall U.S. measles cases hit record levels.

PBS • 15 Sep 22:11

An 18-year-old in central Pennsylvania died from a rare neurological complication of measles, marking the state's fourth measles-associated fatality amid a surge of cases.

NBC News • 15 Sep 19:13

State health officials said four deaths this month have been linked to measles, including two unvaccinated adults and two infants, amid a statewide outbreak of nearly 700 cases.

CNN • 15 Sep 16:46

A fourth measles-related fatality was confirmed in Pennsylvania, bringing the state's death toll to four and highlighting a surge in cases amid declining vaccination rates.

Gizmodo • 14 Sep 16:15

A 40-year-old unvaccinated woman died from measles complications, marking the third measles-linked fatality in Pennsylvania this year amid a surge of cases across the state.

6abc Philadelphia • 14 Sep 11:02

A Jefferson County coroner confirmed the death of an unvaccinated 40-year-old woman from measles complications, as Pennsylvania's health department records 676 cases and over 100 new infections in the latest week.

NPR • 13 Sep 23:23

A 40-year-old unvaccinated woman in Jefferson County died from measles complications, marking the state's third measles-related fatality in less than three weeks.

WTAE • 13 Sep 12:45

A 40-year-old Jefferson County woman died on Sept. 12 from measles complications, marking the county's first measles-related death.

WPXI • 13 Sep 04:06

A 40-year-old woman died from complications of measles, marking the first such fatality in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, officials said.