A child dies from measles in Wisconsin (USA), the first in the state since 1990

A baby died in southwestern Wisconsin from measles, marking the state's first death from the disease in 36 years. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services did not disclose the location of the death to protect family privacy. The cause of death was confirmed as measles. Health officials expressed condolences, emphasizing the tragedy of a child's death from a preventable disease. Measles was eliminated in the U.S. in 2000 due to high vaccination rates, but coverage has fallen below the 95% needed to prevent outbreaks. The CDC has confirmed four measles-related deaths nationwide this year, with state health departments reporting higher numbers. Wisconsin has recorded 431 measles cases, primarily among unvaccinated individuals, with nine hospitalizations.