Hayward Homefront Brief

Wisconsin reports first measles death since 1990 as outbreak grows

Wisconsin reports first measles death since 1990 as outbreak grows

Wisconsin’s measles total has exceeded 430, and the state reports its first measles death since 1990, an infant; community spread includes Chippewa County. The report gives no location for the death and identifies no Hayward or Sawyer County cases or exposures. Some infants at least 6 months old with likely exposure may receive an early MMR dose, followed by two later doses.

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Updated Nov 6, 2026