Pennsylvania measles cases rise to 1,360, state health department says

The Pennsylvania Health Department on Monday reported 1,360 measles cases in the state, up 22 cases from its previous update.

Measles-related hospitalizations this year stand at 258 as of October 26, according to state health department data.

The Pennsylvania state health department has reported five measles-related deaths so far in 2026, but the CDC has confirmed only three measles-associated deaths.

The US has recorded 4,588 measles cases this year as of October 22, according to CDC data.

The CDC previously said it would deploy additional support to Pennsylvania to help investigate the outbreak.

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