Pennsylvania confirmed that a 6-week-old baby girl in Lancaster died from measles, following disputes by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. who claimed without evidence that the state may have fabricated the deaths. This is one of two measles-related infant deaths in Pennsylvania, the other being a newborn boy, both confirmed by officials despite RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine advocacy.
Background
Pennsylvania has reported two measles-related infant deaths, sparking controversy as RFK Jr. publicly disputed the causes without evidence, fueling vaccine skepticism. This case highlights the ongoing tension between public health officials and prominent anti-vaccine figures.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Sep 5, 2026 at 04:22 AM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10