Fact-check: “People are dying of measles that was eradicated over 30 years ago.”
Verdict: Partly True (72% confidence)
People are genuinely dying from measles in the U.S. right now — CDC confirmed three deaths in 2025 and two more deaths in Pennsylvania in 2026, so that part is documented fact. But the claim contains two inaccuracies: measles was 'eliminated' in the U.S. (not 'eradicated' — smallpox is the only human disease ever globally eradicated), and the milestone was declared in 2000, roughly 25–26 years ago, not 'over 30 years ago.' The deaths-are-happening core is true; the characterization of when and…
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