New York Hit by First Measles Death in 30 Years as Virus Takes Child
Summary
A child in Lewis County, New York, has died from measles, the state’s first measles-associated death in more than 30 years, health officials said. New York reported 178 measles cases by October 24, and officials urged residents to ensure their vaccinations are current.Key Facts
- Lewis County Public Health reported 15 confirmed measles cases in the county as of October 14.
- All 15 reported Lewis County cases involved unvaccinated people.
- Officials had not confirmed whether the child who died was vaccinated.
- New York reported 178 measles cases this year as of October 24.
- Of those cases, 170 were reported outside New York City.
- Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency in October in response to rising cases in rural communities in New York and neighboring states.
- The state and county health departments said they are providing MMR vaccinations and investigating cases, including through contact tracing.
- Health officials say measles spreads through the air and can cause serious complications, including pneumonia, brain swelling, and death.
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