The Latest Breaking News from Measles

CDC Updates Measles Cases to 2,170 as 2026 Nears Record Levels with Months Remaining

CDC confirmed 2,170 measles cases as of July 2, 2026 — just 119 short of the full-year 2025 record. 31 outbreaks are active in 2026. PAHO review of U.S. elimination status is in November.

Medical Daily · Jul 6

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.

Medical Daily · Jul 2

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 · Jul 2

The price of Trump's anti-science agenda

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

Salon · Jun 30

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 · Jun 30

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.

Medical Daily · Jun 30

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 · Jun 29

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.

Medical Daily · Jun 29

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.

Medical Daily · Jun 26

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.

Medical Daily · Jun 25