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Pennsylvania woman’s apparent measles death shows risks to people with health problems - NBC News

By Erika Edwards

Pennsylvania woman’s apparent measles death shows risks to people with health problems - NBC News

The unvaccinated 40-year-old, who died Saturday, had asthma and lung disease, the county coroner’s office said. A test showed the woman tested positive for measles.

The Jefferson County, Pennsylvania coroner says hes confirmed an active measles infection in a 40-year-old Pennsylvania woman who died Saturday morning. She also had ongoing lung problems, including … [+3501 chars]

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