Pennsylvania Department of Health Confirms Sixth Measles-Associated Death in 2026

The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed a sixth measles-associated death in Jefferson County, bringing the total to six fatalities in the state for 2026. The DOH also reported 1,467 confirmed measles cases across 45 counties this year. Statewide, over 61,000 MMR vaccines were administered in October, more than double a typical month.