Child’s measles death marks New York state’s first in more than 30 years amid outbreak

A child in Lewis County, New York, has died from measles, marking the state’s first measles-associated death in over 30 years. Governor Kathy Hochul expressed deep sorrow and emphasized that vaccination remains the best protection against this highly contagious disease. The death occurs amidst an ongoing measles outbreak in New York, prompting state officials to urge residents to ensure they are up-to-date on their MMR vaccinations.

• A child in Lewis County, New York, has died from measles, the state’s first measles-associated death in over 30 years.
• Governor Kathy Hochul stated that vaccination is the best protection against measles and criticized federal actions that may have eroded progress in public health.
• The death comes as New York is experiencing an ongoing measles outbreak, with 178 cases recorded as of October 24.
• State health officials are urging New Yorkers to ensure they are up-to-date on their measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccines.
• The New York State Department of Health is working with local partners to provide vaccines and monitor cases, offering resources to Lewis County.