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New York reports first measles death in more than 30 years

The death comes a month after Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency in response to the measles outbreak.

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Nov 3, 2026, 5:57 AM

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New York state has announced its first measles death in more than 30 years, with health officials saying the victim was a child from Lewis County.

The county is north of Syracuse near the Canadian border.

The death comes a month after Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency in response to the measles outbreak.

The state Department of Health is urging all New Yorkers to get vaccinated to help stop the spread.

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