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Pennsylvania reports fifth measles death amid ongoing outbreak
Original: Pennsylvania reports fifth measles-related death of the year amid outbreak
Pennsylvania health officials have confirmed a fifth measles-related death of the year as an outbreak continues to spread across the state. The announcement has raised alarm among public health experts and renewed discussion about falling vaccination rates. Authorities are urging residents to check their immunisation status as contact tracing and containment efforts continue.
Why now: A rising death toll in a vaccine-preventable disease outbreak is drawing national concern about public health response and vaccination coverage.
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