CDC reports third measles death in U.S. this year
CDC confirms third measles death as outbreak continues.
Key facts
- CDC confirmed third measles death in the United States in 2026.
- Total measles cases nationwide reached 4,410 as of October 15.
- Pennsylvania reported 1,286 cases and five deaths as of Monday.
- CDC uses National Center for Health Statistics data to count deaths.
- CDC is working with the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists to standardize death definitions.
According to Al Jazeera, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a third measles death on October 20, 2026.
The CDC said the death count could change as further reviews are completed.
Pennsylvania had reported 1,286 measles cases and five deaths as of Monday, according to Al Jazeera.
The CDC confirmed the death after the National Center for Health Statistics verified measles as the underlying cause on a death certificate.
The CDC stated it is working with the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists to establish a standardized definition for measles deaths.
The Department of Health and Human Services told Reuters that the CDC updated its count after the National Center for Health Statistics received a report of a measles‑related death, according to The Hill.
Context
The outbreak is the largest measles outbreak in U.S. decades. Pennsylvania is the hardest hit state, with 42 counties reporting cases.
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