CDC lists first U.S. measles death of 2026 on website, while Pennsylvania reports four deaths

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its website to note a single death from the measles so far this year, but officials in Pennsylvania have announced four measles deaths.

CDC lists first U.S. measles death of 2026 on website, while Pennsylvania reports four deaths

TL;DR

  • CDC website indicates one measles death nationwide this year.
  • Pennsylvania officials have announced four measles deaths.
  • There is a difference between the national and state reported measles death tolls.