Measles outbreak in US reaches nearly 3,300 cases

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 2 Oct, 12:55 · Archive

Measles cases across the United States have climbed to nearly 3,300, the highest number since 1991.

Measles cases across the United States have reached nearly 3,300, the highest number recorded since 1991. Pennsylvania has been particularly affected, with over 900 cases, four deaths and 176 hospitalisations. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported two deaths nationally, though Pennsylvania data shows four deaths in the state, creating a discrepancy in the figures.

The outbreak marks a significant reversal of previous public health progress. The federal government had declared measles eradicated in the US in 2000, following vaccination campaigns and school vaccine requirements. The current outbreak suggests that this status may be ending. There is no indication that the outbreak has begun to slow.

How it is being reported

• Sheldon H. Jacobson and Dr. Janet A. Jokela: The measles outbreak is evidence of a broken systemTribLIVE · 30 Sept, 16:00
• CDC website updates US measles deaths to 2, yet it remains unclear whether those are the Pa. casesPennLive · 30 Sept, 11:00
• Measles outbreak in Pennsylvania climbs above 900 casesPennLive · 28 Sept, 20:38

In this story: Pennsylvania · United States · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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