An unvaccinated 18-year-old in Pennsylvania died from acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM), a severe neurological complication of measles. This marks the fourth measles-related death in the state this year as the outbreak approaches 700 cases across 38 counties.
Background
Measles is a highly contagious vaccine-preventable disease that can cause severe complications such as encephalitis. Pennsylvania is currently experiencing a significant outbreak, highlighting ongoing challenges with vaccine uptake.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Sep 16, 2026 at 02:58 AM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10