US measles cases double last year’s total with Pennsylvania reporting sixth death

This year, the United States has seen a significant rise in measles cases, doubling the total reported last year. Pennsylvania has experienced a notable increase in fatalities, recording six deaths in 2026, including a recent case involving a 39-year-old unvaccinated woman in Franklin County. This marks a concerning shift after no measles deaths were reported nationally between 2016 and 2024.

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