Wisconsin Department of Health Services reports 2nd pediatric death in measles outbreak

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) reported a second pediatric, measles-associated death in Wisconsin.

According to the DHS press release, this is the second death connected to the ongoing outbreak in Wisconsin in 2026.

Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads through the air and through close contact. It can cause life-threatening complications including pneumonia and swelling of the brain.

Although anyone can become seriously ill, children younger than 5 years old, pregnant people and people with weakened immune systems are at increased risk of complications.