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The number of measles cases in the US nears 3,700 - with a quarter in one state
Yahoo • • health
Key Points:
- The U.S. has recorded 3,659 confirmed measles cases in 2024, with Pennsylvania experiencing a surge of 129 new cases in the past week, totaling 890 cases in the state.
- Measles exposures have been linked to locations such as Philadelphia International Airport and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, raising concerns about public transmission.
- There is a discrepancy in reported measles-associated deaths: the CDC confirms one death, while Pennsylvania reports four, including two infants and young adults with severe complications.
- The CDC is collaborating with health organizations to standardize the classification and reporting of measles deaths to ensure consistent data across jurisdictions.
- This year marks the most significant measles outbreak in the U.S. since the 1990s, largely affecting unvaccinated individuals amid declining vaccination rates due to hesitancy and misinformation.
