CDC recognizes third measles death, still short of Pennsylvania count
Summary
The CDC has confirmed a third death from measles in the United States so far in 2026. The total number of measles cases this year has passed 4,400.Key Facts
- The CDC tracks measles cases and deaths across the U.S.
- A third measles-related death was recently added to the CDC’s count.
- This update came after the National Center for Health Statistics reported the death.
- Total measles cases in the U.S. have now gone over 4,400 in 2026.
- The Department of Health and Human Services shared this information with Reuters.
- The measles count from the CDC remains lower than the number reported in Pennsylvania.
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