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Pennsylvania approaches 900 measles cases across 39 counties, Department of Health says
The Pennsylvania Department of Health has reported 890 total measles cases across 39 counties this year, according to new data released Friday.
This is an increase in 55 cases since Wednesday, the Department of Health said. The state has reported 173 total hospitalizations and four measles-associated deaths.
Roughly 40% of the cases have been reported in Lancaster County, according to DOH.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions (CDC), Pennsylvania has the most total cases in the country.
The CDC said it's only confirmed one measles death this year, though a spokesperson was unable to confirm which state the death was reported in.
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