41 Pennsylvania Counties Report 1,078 Measles Cases

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As of Oct. 7, 2026, Pennsylvania reported 1,078 confirmed measles cases across 41 counties. The state Department of Health said its latest update added 74 cases, though more than 40 involved people who had been sick for over two weeks. The department said the update does not reflect a current surge in new infections, and it reported 207 hospitalizations and five confirmed measles-associated deaths. The figures are available on the department’s measles dashboard. Disclosure: This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.

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00:00Wednesday's 74 added measles cases do not reflect a current surge in new infections.

00:05So why are they appearing in the count now?

00:07The Pennsylvania Department of Health, the state's health agency, announced the update on Wednesday.

00:13Pennsylvania has now confirmed 1078 cases across 41 counties so far in 2026.

00:20But many added cases were reported after recovery, including over 40 involving illness over two weeks earlier.

00:27Those people are no longer contagious.

00:29Their cases were only recently reported and confirmed.

00:32Even so, the outbreak continues, with daily numbers fluctuating.

00:37Tracking trends shows community transmission and informs the response.

00:41The department says, alongside that response, providers statewide have seen increased interest in measles, mumps, and rubella vaccinations.

00:51Providers administered over 49,000 doses in August, while September's total exceeded 56,000 doses.

00:57But the department says Wednesday's increase reflects delayed reports, not a current surge.

01:04Disclosure.

01:04This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.

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