Trump administration changes how it counts measles deaths amid Pennsylvania outbreak
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Health category. Published on September 14, 2026 • Originally reported by Melody Schreiber. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Health category. Published on September 14, 2026 • Originally reported by Melody Schreiber. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
CDC announces changes to how it reports measles deaths as Pennsylvania continues to confirm more cases
The Trump administration has changed the way it counts measles deaths amid an outbreak in Pennsylvania, which on Sunday saw the third apparent measles-related death in the state reported by a local coroner.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is now using data from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), which is a way to track mortality trends over time, according to a note published to the agency’s website on 4 September.
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