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Measles Claims Second Infant Life | Harrisburg News
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- Sep 4, 2026
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Summary
Measles is back and deadly—Lancaster County has lost a second infant to the virus, confirming what health officials now say with certainty: measles is the direct cause. The first baby died after contracting the virus from their mother and suffering a ruptured spleen. Measles spreads like wildfire through the air, lingers for hours, and can lead to pneumonia, brain swelling, or death. Symptoms start with fever, cough, runny nose, and red eyes, followed by a rash that creeps down the body over days. It takes 7–21 days to show up after exposure. Experts warn anyone exposed—or showing symptoms—must contact their doctor immediately. This outbreak is a chilling reminder: measles remains a preventable killer, especially for babies. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/06f96ed9842d9812