A Pennsylvania infant has been confirmed dead from measles, the first of two suspected deaths in the state that had sparked doubts among federal health officials. The case, which has been under investigation, now has a definitive cause of death linked to the highly contagious virus, underscoring the urgency of vaccination efforts. Public health authorities are reviewing the circumstances and reinforcing reminders that measles remains a preventable disease, especially in communities with low immunization rates. The confirmation comes amid broader concerns about measles outbreaks and the importance of maintaining herd immunity.
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story Pennsylvania infant confirmed to have died from measles Following vocal skepticism from federal health officials, one of the two suspected measles deaths reported in Pennsylvania last month has been confirmed as being caused by the virus. Sean Rayford, Getty Images...
