Pennsylvania Reports First Two U.S. Measles Deaths in 2024, Both Unvaccinated
Source Summary
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents died from measles, marking the first measles-related deaths in the United States this year, according to state health officials. Both deaths occurred in individuals without measles vaccination.
Why it matters
These deaths underscore the serious health risk posed by measles in unvaccinated populations and mark a significant public health event for the year.
