Pennsylvania reports fifth measles death as outbreak tops 900 cases

The Guardian • 4 Հոկ 10:02

State officials warn that measles cases could move beyond the current hotspot, highlighting low vaccination rates in some communities and the challenges posed by a lack of county health departments.

WKTV • 3 Հոկ 02:51

Ten measles infections have been confirmed in Lewis County, all involving people without vaccination; officials say the overall public risk remains low and are conducting isolation and contact tracing.

Fox 59 • 3 Հոկ 01:52

The Indiana Department of Health confirmed 25 measles cases statewide, prompting hospitals and health officials to heighten screening and emphasize vaccination.

Inquirer.com • 2 Հոկ 21:44

A 20-year-old Amish woman undergoing leukemia treatment died of double pneumonia after contracting measles during the state's biggest outbreak in decades, marking the fifth measles-related death in Pennsylvania.

WGAL • 2 Հոկ 01:54

The county coroner warned that measles cases could rise in colder months and urged residents to be fully vaccinated following a third measles-associated fatality reported by the state health department.

Inquirer.com • 1 Հոկ 20:43

State health department records show multiple calls and emails to Lancaster County Coroner Stephen Diamantoni in the days before Governor Shapiro announced two measles-related infant deaths, contradicting the coroner’s earlier claim of no direct contact.

arstechnica.com • 30 Սեպ 21:37

A fifth unvaccinated person has died of measles in Pennsylvania, bringing the state’s death toll to five amid a surge of cases, while health officials accelerate vaccination efforts.

NBC News • 30 Սեպ 20:34

A fifth measles-associated death was reported in Pennsylvania, bringing the state's total to five deaths and nearly 1,000 confirmed cases.

theguardian.com • 29 Սեպ 17:01

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a second measles fatality nationwide, while Pennsylvania's health officials say the state has experienced four deaths amid more than 900 cases.

Honolulu Star-Advertiser • 29 Սեպ 00:29

Pennsylvania health officials reported 68 new measles infections, bringing the state total to 903, with 176 patients hospitalized and four deaths under review.

KSL.com • 28 Սեպ 20:51

The Pennsylvania Department of Health reported 68 new measles infections, bringing the state total to 903, with 176 hospitalizations and four deaths under review.

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 28 Սեպ 18:40

Pennsylvania health officials reported 13 additional measles cases, raising the state total to 903, with 176 hospitalizations and four deaths, while nationwide cases exceed 3,600.

Yahoo • 28 Սեպ 16:43

Federal data show nearly 3,700 measles cases in the United States this year, with Pennsylvania accounting for a significant share and reporting four deaths linked to the disease.

The Guardian • 26 Սեպ 23:06

The state health department said 55 new measles infections were confirmed, bringing the total to 890 cases, with 173 hospitalizations and four deaths.

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 25 Սեպ 20:10

The Pennsylvania Department of Health reported 55 new measles infections, bringing the state total to 890 cases and prompting additional vaccine clinics.

MS NOW • 25 Սեպ 09:00

Doctors in central Pennsylvania report a surge in measles cases among largely unvaccinated Amish residents, with several deaths and hospital capacity concerns as flu season approaches.

BBC • 24 Սեպ 00:15

State and county health officials in Pennsylvania are conducting door-to-door vaccinations in Amish communities as the measles outbreak, which has caused four deaths, continues to spread.