Baby dies of measles in the US, first death in Wisconsin in 36 years

A baby in Wisconsin has died from measles, marking the first death from the disease in the state since 1990. The CDC director expressed condolences, emphasizing that measles is preventable through vaccination. Currently, Wisconsin has 431 measles cases, with only three individuals vaccinated. The state has a significant Amish community, which is generally opposed to vaccinations. Earlier this week, a child in New York also died from measles, the first such death in over thirty years. The U.S. is experiencing its worst measles outbreak since 1991, with over 5,000 cases reported. Vaccination rates have fallen below the 95% threshold needed to control the disease, leading to rising infection rates in several states. Measles is highly contagious and can lead to severe complications, particularly in infants under twelve months.