Pennsylvania reports first 2 measles deaths in the US this year, both people unvaccinated

PHILADELPHIA — Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents died from measles, state health officials said Tuesday, marking the first measles‑related deaths in the United States this year. Officials released no further details about the individuals, other than that they resided in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia. “My deepest sympathies are with the loved ones who are facing this unimaginable loss,” said authorities Health Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen. “Because measles was mostly eliminated successful the Commonwealth for much than 3 decades, radical are not acquainted with this illness and don’t afloat recognize the