Pennsylvania announces sixth death in measles outbreak as case numbers rise

Pennsylvania has announced a sixth death in its measles outbreak, with the latest fatality being an unvaccinated woman in her 30s with underlying conditions.

The state has now reported over 1,100 cases of measles, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) listing only two deaths nationwide.

The outbreak has raised concerns about vaccine hesitancy and the spread of preventable diseases.