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18-year-old dies of measles in PA from severe neurological complication

An 18-year-old in Pennsylvania has died from measles, specifically due to a severe neurological complication called acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM). This is a known complication of measles, where the body's immune system attacks the brain and spinal cord. The teen's death is a tragic reminder of the potential risks of measles, a highly contagious and potentially life-threatening disease.

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