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Unvaccinated Lancaster County Resident Dies From Measles

Pennsylvania health officials announced Wednesday the death of an unvaccinated Lancaster County resident who tested positive for measles. This marks the fifth measles-related death reported in the state.

10/01/2026 · Delaware edition

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Why it matters locally: The confirmed measles death in neighboring Pennsylvania highlights the continued importance of vaccination efforts and public health awareness for communicable diseases in Delaware, particularly given the proximity and ease of travel between the two 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.

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