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Monday, October 12, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
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Pennsylvania's measles outbreak is the biggest in decades

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The state has passed 1,000 cases this year, with Lancaster County hit hardest, and five deaths. Two MMR doses are about 97% effective.

Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer

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