August 25, 2026

Two Unvaccinated Individuals Die from Measles in Pennsylvania Amid Rising Cases

The deaths occurred in Lancaster County, where only 85% of kindergarten-age students are vaccinated, below the 95% needed for herd immunity.
Pennsylvania has reported 393 measles cases this year, part of a nationwide surge that has reached the highest levels in 35 years.
Health officials emphasize the importance of the MMR vaccine, which is 97% effective, as vaccine hesitancy continues to rise.

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