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Two people in Pennsylvania die of measles, state says

The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed two deaths tied to measles on Tuesday; they are the first measles fatalities reported in the U.S. in 2026.

Published Aug 25, 2026, 1:14 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Two people are dead in Pennsylvania because of the measles, the state Department of Health said Tuesday.