Unvaccinated Woman Dies from Measles in Pennsylvania

Why it matters locally: While this specific case occurred in Pennsylvania, measles outbreaks are a public health concern nationwide. The Georgia Department of Public Health consistently emphasizes the importance of vaccination to prevent the spread of infectious diseases like measles within the state's population.

A 40-year-old woman in Pennsylvania died Saturday after a test confirmed she had measles, according to the county coroner's office. She had not received the measles vaccine. Officials stated the woman had pre-existing asthma and lung disease. These conditions were noted by the coroner's office in its report on her death. The identification of measles came after post-mortem testing. Authorities have not released additional details regarding the woman's identity or specific location within Pennsylvania. The coroner's office conducted the examination and made the determination of measles as a contributing factor in her death.