Experts alarmed by ‘less transparent’ CDC as US measles deaths rise
Summary
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a third measles death but did not say which state it happened in, citing privacy laws. Experts say this lack of information makes it harder for the public to understand the outbreak, which is growing rapidly with over 4,400 confirmed cases this year.Key Facts
- The CDC added a third measles death to its dashboard but did not reveal the state where it occurred.
- The agency said privacy laws prevent sharing the state's name, but experts disagree.
- Measles cases in the US increased by 8% in one week, reaching 4,410 cases this year.
- Pennsylvania has reported six measles deaths, but the CDC lists only three nationally.
- The CDC changed its reporting method in September, switching to a system that reports deaths more slowly and lacks state details.
- Experts say knowing the state of deaths helps the public understand risks better.
- The CDC is governed by the Federal Privacy Act, which usually protects personal information but does not clearly forbid naming states.
- Pennsylvania officials say they carefully investigate causes before reporting deaths and follow privacy rules.
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