India, Nov. 3 -- A child in rural northern New York has died after contracting measles, marking the state's first death from the disease in 30 years, officials announced on Monday.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul said the child died in Lewis County, located about 150 km north of Syracuse.
"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," state health officials said in a statement.
According to the state Health Department, New York has reported 178 measles cases so far this year. Of these, 170 cases were recorded outside New York City. Lewis...