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Unvaccinated Woman's Death Marks Pennsylvania's Third Measles Fatality This Year
Officials said the woman was unvaccinated and had chronic respiratory conditions, as Pennsylvania reports 676 cases and 124 hospitalizations in the outbreak.
On Saturday, a 40-year-old Jefferson County woman died from measles complications, marking Pennsylvania's third measles-associated death this year, Jefferson County Coroner Greg Furlong confirmed.
Pennsylvania health officials reported at least 676 confirmed measles cases across 37 counties so far in 2026, with the outbreak hospitalizing 124 people and fewer than 1% of cases fully vaccinated.
Jefferson County Chief Deputy Coroner Jason Stiver warned that measles "can lead to severe complications in individuals of any age" and urged residents to follow public health guidance.
Lancaster County Coroner Dr. Stephen Diamantoni previously reported two other measles-related deaths involving infants. The Jefferson County Coroner's Office will not release additional information out of respect for family privacy.
The U.S. is experiencing its largest measles outbreak since 1991, with more than 3,200 confirmed cases reported in 2026, representing the worst resurgence in 35 years.