Measles Death Toll Rises in PA | Durham News

Pennsylvania is facing its worst measles outbreak in over 30 years, with a fourth deadly case — an unvaccinated 18-year-old from Mifflin County who died from a severe neurological complication. The state now reports 693 confirmed cases and four deaths this year, underscoring the deadly risk of measles for those unvaccinated. Experts stress that two doses of the MMR vaccine offer 97% lifelong protection and urge everyone to get vaccinated to stop the spread and safeguard communities. If you’ve been exposed or have symptoms, contact your doctor or the state health hotline immediately. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://abc11.com/story/measles-related-deaths-pennsylvania-rise-4-health-officials-say/19835684/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/253877bb02529907 Report issues to [email protected].