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First measles case confirmed in Butler County as health officials warn of regional outbreak

Butler County has its first laboratory-confirmed measles case, an unvaccinated patient seen at a Buffalo Township urgent care on Aug. 20 and now isolating at home; health officials will begin contact tracing for staff and patients who were present, and the Pennsylvania Department of Health has been notified; the same day, two Lancaster County residents died of measles, likely the first U.S. fatalities from the disease this year.

via WTAE|

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Measles Deadly Toll in Pennsylvania as U.S. Outbreak Reaches Decades-High Levels

Two unvaccinated residents in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, have died from measles, marking the first U.S. deaths this year as the nation faces its worst outbreak since 1991 with 2,777 cases. Health officials warn about the disease’s potential severity amid declining vaccination rates and ongoing political debates over vaccines. Pennsylvania has about 400 cases this year, with roughly 35,000 people vaccinated in response to the surge.

via 6abc Philadelphia|

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Lancaster measles deaths test vaccine rhetoric tied to RFK Jr.

Two unvaccinated Lancaster County residents have died from measles, the first Pennsylvania measles deaths in 35 years, as the state reports 393 confirmed cases and 70 hospitalizations this year. The deaths revive scrutiny of RFK Jr., who in 2021 praised Lancaster’s low vaccine uptake and has long promoted anti-vaccine views; he has not publicly commented on the fatalities, while Pennsylvania’s governor rejected Kennedy’s outreach. Health officials emphasize that the MMR vaccine provides strong protection and helps slow the spread of measles.

via MS NOW|

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Ottumwa Pizza Ranch hits slow period after measles exposure alert

Iowa health officials named Pizza Ranch in Ottumwa a possible measles exposure site, contributing to a 50% drop in business according to the owner. Officials say exposure does not guarantee infection and vaccination is the best protection, especially for the unvaccinated. A list of additional exposure locations and times across central/southern Iowa was released, and there are no immediate plans for a measles vaccination clinic, though that could change if needed.

via KCCI|

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Maryland measles spike sharpens push for childhood vaccination

Maryland health officials declared a measles outbreak in St. Mary’s, Carroll and Cecil counties after 14 new confirmed cases in unvaccinated residents, bringing the year's total to 31 cases; health experts say measles is highly contagious and can have serious consequences, especially for immunocompromised people, urging vaccination for children at 12 months and again at 4–6 years.

via WTOP News|

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Colorado's 10-measles outbreak cost nearly $500K to contain

A Colorado 10-case measles outbreak required 6,876 hours of public-health work and cost about $491,175 to contain, with a week-by-week accounting of exposure events, quarantines, testing and school disruptions that show how costly outbreak response can be.

via The Washington Post|

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Lancaster County measles deaths trigger Pennsylvania vaccine push after 35-year gap

Two unvaccinated Lancaster County residents died from measles, the first measles-associated deaths in Pennsylvania in 35 years, as 393 cases are reported statewide—the most since 1992—prompting Gov. Shapiro to urge vaccination and officials to emphasize the MMR vaccine and herd immunity; no additional details about the deceased were released.

via WGAL|

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Iowa flags potential measles exposure sites as cases rise

With 17 confirmed measles cases in 2026, Iowa's Department of Health and Human Services released a list of potential exposure locations across Bloomfield, Ottumwa, Clive, West Des Moines and Des Moines, detailing dates from July 28 to August 15; symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, and rash, and residents who may have been exposed should monitor for symptoms and seek medical advice.

via KCRG|

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PA records first measles deaths in 35 years as outbreak fuels vaccine debate

Two Lancaster County residents died from measles—the first PA deaths in 35 years—as the state reports 393 cases across 28 counties with about 70 hospitalizations, and all confirmed cases occurring in unvaccinated individuals, prompting Gov. Shapiro to challenge federal vaccine messaging amid a broader national debate.

via The Washington Post|

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Unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents die from measles, first US 2026 deaths

Two unvaccinated residents in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, have died from measles — the first measles deaths in the United States in 2026 and the first in Pennsylvania in 35 years. Officials say two doses of the MMR vaccine are 97% effective; Pennsylvania has 393 measles cases across 28 counties in 2026, with about 20% of patients hospitalized. The outbreak underscores the ongoing reemergence of measles in the U.S. and the importance of catch-up MMR vaccination, even as vaccine policy debates and misinformation influence public health efforts.

via CNN|

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CT records third measles case of 2026 tied to travel

Connecticut health officials confirmed the state's third measles case of 2026, a Hartford County adult who recently traveled internationally and was hospitalized; vaccination status is unknown. The case mirrors a national spike, with 2,777 cases reported as of Aug. 20 and most linked to outbreaks and unvaccinated or unknown-status individuals. Connecticut boasts one of the highest MMR vaccination rates (98.6% of kindergarteners with two doses, second in the nation). Officials urge travelers to verify MMR status before international trips, monitor for symptoms for 21 days after exposure, and contact a healthcare provider or use CT WiZ/2-1-1 for information and vaccination records.

via Patch|

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Unvaccinated PA residents die as measles outbreak grows

Two unvaccinated residents in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, have died from measles—the first U.S. fatalities this year and the state’s first in 35 years—as the outbreak expands to 393 confirmed cases with 70 hospitalizations. Officials stress that the MMR vaccine is safe and highly protective (about 97%), while nationwide measles cases total around 2,777 this year, the highest in 35 years, amid rising vaccine exemptions and related policy debates.

via NBC News|

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Maryland measles outbreak sparks call for renewed vaccination

Maryland health officials declare a measles outbreak in St. Mary’s, Carroll and Cecil counties after 14 new confirmed cases, bringing the year's total to 31 cases—most in unvaccinated residents. Experts warn measles is highly contagious and urge vaccination for children (first dose at 12 months, then 4–6 years) to protect vulnerable groups, including the immunocompromised; there is no evidence of widespread transmission yet, but officials say vaccination remains essential to control the spread.

via WTOP|

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Maryland faces localized measles flare amid unvaccinated cases

Maryland's Department of Health has declared a measles outbreak in St. Mary’s, Carroll, and Cecil counties, with 14 confirmed cases among unvaccinated residents and the year’s total at 31; officials say there is no evidence of widespread community transmission and most cases are tied to household contacts. Health officials urge vaccination (MMR), provide information on checking vaccination status and finding clinics, and advise exposed individuals to monitor for symptoms for 21 days and isolate if they appear.

via NBC4 Washington|

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Back-to-School Vaccines: Safety, Coverage Gaps, and New Shots Ahead

As kids head back to school, mixed messages around vaccine policy—including a Trump executive order and stalled advisory timelines—add confusion, but experts emphasize continuing routine immunizations. Updated flu and COVID vaccines will be available and generally covered by insurance. CDC data show kindergarten vaccination rates declined in 2025-2026, raising concerns about measles and pertussis outbreaks as classrooms reopen. Public health groups stress vaccines are safe, effective, and essential, urging families to follow established immunization schedules.

via USA Today|

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