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The United States Could Officially Lose Its Measles-Free Status by November 2026

The U.S. has held measles elimination status since 2000. With 2,134 cases in 2026, a PAHO review in November could change that. Here's what it means.

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Measles vaccination rate for Texas kindergarteners increased slightly after 2025 outbreak

Despite the spike in demand for measles shots following the deadly 2025 outbreak, exemptions on all vaccines for schoolchildren rose after the release of a downloadable exemption form.

The Texas Tribune

Measles Exposure Confirmed at Grand Teton National Park as Officials Release Exact Dates and Locations

Wyoming confirmed measles at Grand Teton National Park. Exposure at Colter Bay restaurants June 17–20 and Jackson Target June 25. Here's who is at risk and what to do.

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Two New Scientific Reports Identify the Real Obstacle to Stopping Measles Outbreaks — It Is Not Just Vaccination Rates

Two peer-reviewed reports published this week on measles outbreaks in Texas and South Carolina both identify community trust — not just low vaccination rates — as the central obstacle to control.

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Virginia Reported No New Measles Cases Last Week, but Officials Are Not Declaring the Outbreak Over

Virginia's measles outbreak saw zero new cases last week, holding steady at 129. But health officials say one good week isn't enough — here's the 42-day threshold that actually matters.

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South Carolina's 997-Case Measles Outbreak Has Ended — Here Is Exactly What Stopped It

South Carolina's 997-case measles outbreak — the largest in 35 years — was declared over April 26. Here's the public health playbook that stopped it and what other states can learn.

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The price of Trump's anti-science agenda

From measles to screwworm, Americans keep paying the cost of the admin's war on science

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Experts Say the U.S. Has Already Lost Measles Elimination in Substance, if Not Yet on Paper

Experts say the U.S. has already lost measles elimination status in substance. Only 6% of 2026 cases trace to travel, down from 40% historically. Here's the case and what comes next.

Medical Daily

Virginia's Measles Outbreak Has Expanded to a Second County as Cases Reach 129

Virginia expanded its Buckingham County measles outbreak to include Cumberland County June 25. 129 cases confirmed statewide in 2026. Here's the VDH guidance for residents and visitors.

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The CDC Is Ending Federal Measles Testing: Here Is What Actually Changes and Why Critics Are Still Alarmed

The CDC is ending federal measles diagnostic testing. State labs already handle most testing. Here's what actually changes, who is concerned, and what the policy shift really means.

Medical Daily

Pennsylvania Has 83 Measles Cases, Including 49 in One County Near World Cup Host Philadelphia

Pennsylvania has 84 measles cases in 2026, with the outbreak's center 75 miles from World Cup host Philadelphia. Wastewater already shows measles signal near the city.

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Public Health Officials Say Measles Poses a Bigger World Cup Threat Than Ebola

Measles, not Ebola, is the top health threat at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, say health officials. The U.S. has 2,104 cases in 2026. Here's the risk and how to protect yourself.

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U.S. Measles Outbreak Reaches 2,104 Cases as Summer Travel Threatens to Accelerate Spread

2,104 measles cases have been confirmed in 41 U.S. jurisdictions as of June 18, 2026. The CDC warns summer travel could accelerate spread. Here's what families need to know.

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PAHO Issues Formal Health Warnings for 2026 FIFA World Cup Fans Covering Dengue, Measles, Norovirus, and Heat Illness

PAHO's June 8, 2026 health guidance for World Cup fans warns of dengue, measles, norovirus, heat illness, and STIs across 16 host cities in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

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CDC Confirms 2,104 Measles Cases in 41 States as U.S. Elimination Status Faces Its Greatest Threat Since 2000

CDC data confirm 2,104 measles cases in 41 jurisdictions with 30 active outbreaks in 2026. The U.S. risks losing measles elimination status held since 2000.

The Independent UK

Utah marks a year of battling measles, with no clear end in sight

Utah has spent the past year fighting measles outbreaks in almost every county

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Measles Has Now Spread to 41 States and Killed Three People. The CDC Update from June 18 Shows How Close the U.S. Is to Losing Elimination Status.

CDC June 18, 2026: 2,104 measles cases, 41 jurisdictions, 30 outbreaks, 93% outbreak-associated. Three deaths since 2025. U.S. on track to lose 2000 elimination status.

The Conversation

Why don’t some people get vaccinated? It’s more complicated than you think

When vaccination rates drop — as is the case with adult influenza vaccinations in Canada and child measles vaccinations in British Columbia — the explanation is often that people are “hesitant.”

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Vaccine Exemptions Among U.S. Kindergartners Reach Record 3.6% as Measles Outbreaks Emerge in the Hardest-Hit Areas

CDC confirms 3.6% of U.S. kindergartners had vaccine exemptions in 2024–25 — a new record. Measles outbreaks are concentrated in the same zip codes.

The Guardian - US

Data is not enough: from Covid to measles, America must relearn risk communication

The confusion over hantavirus and Ebola is a reminder that we must do better at explaining how to respond to an outbreak

The Economic Times

India sends measles vaccines, medical supplies to Maldives amid rising cases

India has provided 20,000 measles vaccine doses and three tonnes of medical supplies to the Maldives. This assistance aims to address increasing measles cases and boost immunisation coverage. The Maldives expressed gratitude for the timely support, highlighting strong bilateral ties. This action reinforces India's commitment as a regional first responder…

Evening Standard

Two children die as measles spreads with hundreds of cases in London so far this year

Enfield, Haringey and Islington have seen the most cases of the virus in the capital

Evening Standard

Two children die from measles as more cases confirmed in London this month

The UKHSA says measles continues to circulate in many parts of the country with 736 cases recorded this year

The Guardian - UK

Two children die from measles as England data shows 100 new infections

London, the east of England and the West Midlands have highest number of cases, as UKHSA urges families to get children vaccinated

The Independent UK

Measles symptoms as two children die following acute outbreak in UK

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