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Vaccination Gaps Linked to Measles Deaths in Pennsylvania

9/1/2026

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Pennsylvania officials reported two unvaccinated residents died after measles infection.
Governor Josh Shapiro said vaccinations could have prevented the deaths.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed the deaths might have been fabricated.
Dr. Paul Offit warned a disaster if vaccination rates below 95% are not raised before school starts.

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Pennsylvania officials reported two unvaccinated residents died after measles infection.
Governor Josh Shapiro said vaccinations could have prevented the deaths.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed the deaths might have been fabricated.
Dr. Paul Offit warned a disaster if vaccination rates below 95% are not raised before school starts.