Kennedy, Shapiro Feud Over Pa. Measles Deaths
RFK Jr. and Gov. Shapiro clash over measles deaths in Pennsylvania, exposing federal-state tensions amid the worst U.S. outbreak in decades.
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RFK Jr. and Gov. Shapiro clash over measles deaths in Pennsylvania, exposing federal-state tensions amid the worst U.S. outbreak in decades.
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents died from measles, the first US deaths from the virus in 2026, as the nation faces its worst outbreak since 1991.
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvanians died from measles in Lancaster County, the state's first measles deaths in 35 years amid a major U.S. outbreak.
CDC data shows US kindergarten vaccination rates declined again while exemptions reached a record 4.2%, raising measles outbreak concerns.
CDC data shows US kindergarten vaccination rates declined again while exemptions reached an all-time high of 4.2%, raising measles outbreak concerns.
Pennsylvania faces its worst measles outbreak in decades as vaccine hesitancy stirred by RFK Jr. years ago takes root in Lancaster County.
Measles in the US hit a 35-year high with over 2,300 cases in 2026 as vaccination rates drop. A November review could revoke elimination status.
U.S. hospitals report rising cases of measles, whooping cough, and Hib as childhood vaccination rates fall below critical thresholds, alarming experts.
A measles outbreak in Bangladesh raises World Cup concerns, caffeine pouches surge among youth, and RFK Jr. fires preventive health task force leaders.