Child Measles Death Reported in New York

A child in Lewis County (Upstate NY, North of Syracuse) reportedly died from the virus, which is the first measles death in the state since the 1990s. “We are deeply saddened by the death of a child in Lewis County associated with the ongoing measles outbreak. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the child’s family and loved ones and ask that their privacy be respected during this difficult time,” the department said.

According to the DOH, there have been 178 cases in New York, as of October 24, including eight in New York City and 170 in New York State outside of the city. Public health officials urged individuals to get vaccinated. “We urge New Yorkers to ensure they are up to date on measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccinations and speak to their healthcare provider about immunizations.” “Vaccination is the best protection against measles.” The news comes four weeks after Governor Hochul declared a State Disaster Emergency in response to the measles outbreak across areas of New York and neighboring states, expanding the pool of eligible individuals who can administer measles vaccines and providing swift access to additional resources if needed.

Nationally, the CDC has documented 4,852 confirmed measles cases in the US , as of Oct 30, 2026 data.