Unvaccinated Lancaster County Resident Dies From Measles

Why it matters locally: The confirmed measles death in neighboring Pennsylvania highlights the ongoing public health concerns around vaccine-preventable diseases for Maryland residents, particularly those in border communities or who travel frequently between states.

Pennsylvania health officials on Wednesday confirmed the death of a Lancaster County resident from measles. The individual had not received a measles vaccination. This fatality represents the fifth death in Pennsylvania connected to measles, according to state health authorities.