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CDC reports second measles death in US while excluding Pennsylvania deaths

CDC updates U.S. measles death toll to two as Pennsylvania records its fifth fatal case.

By · Published September 30, 2026  22:09 UTC · Updated October 1, 2026  00:27 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: CDC updates U.S. measles death toll to two as Pennsylvania records its fifth fatal case.
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The revision appeared in reports from NBC4i, The Hill and a CDC release cited by those outlets. The timing follows a period of heightened surveillance as officials monitor a resurgence of cases across the United States.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health issued the statement, confirming the casualty as the fifth of the year. The Guardian also covered the fifth death, noting the ongoing outbreak within the Commonwealth.

The discrepancy highlights separate reporting streams, with state officials tracking the local outbreak while the federal agency maintains its current count.

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How many measles deaths has the CDC reported for 2026?

The CDC’s update on September 29, 2026 lists two measles‑related deaths nationwide.

How many measles‑related deaths have been confirmed in Pennsylvania in 2026?

Pennsylvania officials reported a fifth measles‑related death on September 30, 2026, bringing the state’s total to five.

Does the CDC’s national death count include the Pennsylvania fatalities?

According to the reports, the CDC’s count of two deaths does not include the Pennsylvania deaths.

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