Pennsylvania has reported 792 measles cases as the outbreak continues to grow, according to the state Department of Health.
The figure, reported on Monday, September 21, represents an increase of 25 cases from the 767 cases recorded on September 18. A total of 155 patients have been hospitalized, up from 150 previously.
Lancaster County remains the hardest-hit area in the state.
Earlier this month, Pennsylvania reported two additional measles-related deaths among unvaccinated residents. The deaths have led to a disagreement between Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over the number of fatalities directly attributable to measles.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has not yet included Pennsylvania's 2026 measles deaths in its national tally, saying it is reviewing how such deaths should be classified.
As of September 17, the United States had recorded 3,471 measles cases this year, according to CDC data.
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease that can cause fever, rash and respiratory complications. The disease is preventable through the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine, which is about 97% effective after two doses.
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