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Sunday, October 18, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
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Pennsylvania measles outbreak nears 1,300 cases

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The state has confirmed 1,260 cases and 238 hospitalizations, with five deaths and another under investigation. Nationwide, CDC counts 4,410 cases this year, and 96% were unvaccinated or had unknown status.

Source: American Hospital Association

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