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Measles exposure alert for Ellensburg school as Kittitas County hits outbreak status
Health officials in central Washington are responding to potential measles exposures at Valley View Elementary School in Ellensburg as the county enters outbrea
Macomb County announces Michigan's 10th measles case of 2026
A person from Macomb County has a confirmed case of measles, health officials said April 23, urging people to get vaccinated.
Health officials confirm first measles case in Macomb County
Macomb County health officials confirm county's first measles case in 2026
Macomb County Health Department officials have confirmed a measles case in a Macomb County resident.
New Jersey health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Newark Airport
This marks the first confirmed measles case in New Jersey so far this year.
New Jersey reports first case of measles this year, warns of public exposure
The New Jersey Department of Health is investigating the states first confirmed case of measles of 2026.
Measles exposure reported at Boston Logan Airport
BOSTON — A person with measles traveled through Boston Logan Airport on April 13, the Boston Public Health Commission reported, warning exposed unvaccinated individuals to isolate and contact healthcare providers
State reports first case of measles this year, warns public exposure could have occurred in Kenner
The Louisiana Department of Health said the patient is thought to have contracted the disease abroad, but visited two Kenner stores last week.
N.J. health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Newark Airport
Possible measles exposure at Logan Airport in Boston, health officials say
New Michigan measles case in Ottawa County. What you need to know
The first case of measles since 1991 in Ottawa County was identified April 21. It is the ninth confirmed case in the state since March 11.
Child Health Poll: Vast majority of Tennessee parents say their kids get regular immunizations, support school-based immunization requirements
Roughly 8 in 10 parents surveyed across the state said they are concerned about communicable diseases like measles if others are not immunized and agreed that immunizations are important to protect their children from serious infections.
Logan Airport travelers might have been exposed to measles, health officials warn
Travelers at Boston Logan International Airport earlier this month might have been exposed to measles, health officials warned Wednesday. The Boston Public Health Commission and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health said that a person with measles visited Terminal C at Logan Airport shortly after midnight on Tuesday, April 14. The person traveled to Boston on JetBlue Airways flight 470,…
Passenger on Boston-bound JetBlue flight had measles, health officials warn
Health officials say a person with measles visited Logan Airport Terminal C, prompting an exposure alert for travelers and a push for vaccination.
Health officials warn Oregon measles outbreak is growing
A state epidemiologist joins us with more details about where the outbreak stands and how people can stay safe.
With vaccine skepticism rising, Utah health officials face uphill battle on measles education
How the lessons Utah health officials learned from the COVID-19 pandemic are shaping how they respond to the state's measles outbreak.
Ottawa County Department of Health confirms first case of measles since 1991
For the first time since 1991, Ottawa County Department of Public Health has confirmed a case of measles.
The Death of Public Health
During the recent measles outbreak, the largest in more than 30 years, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. refused to clearly recommend the measles vaccine, saying instead that it was a “personal decision,” and that parents should “do their own research.” Similarly, during her recent confirmation hearing for United States Surgeon General, Casey Means was questioned by Senator William Cassidy (R, La). “You’re the nation’s doctor,” said Cassidy. “Would you encourage [a mother] to have her child vaccinated!” “I’m not an individual’s doctor,” Means said. “And every individual needs to talk to their doctor before putting a medication in their body.” In June 2025, Marty Makary, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), said that COVID vaccines for pregnant women should be a “personal choice”, even though every other country in the world recommended the COVID vaccine during pregnancy due to a higher risk for severe disease. It doesn’t end there. On January 5, 2026, RFK Jr. reduced the number of routinely recommended vaccines from 18 to 10. For vaccines that protected against influenza, COVID, and rotavirus, parents were urged to speak with their doctors—to make an individual choice. (On March 16, 2026, in a ruling by a federal court in Boston, RFK Jr.’s revised schedule was invalidated.) What’s happening? Why are public health officials moving away from making recommendations for the public? The origin of this change might be rooted in the first two years of the COVID pandemic. In 2020, during the first year on the pandemic, we didn’t have anything to stop a virus that was killing hundreds of people a day and could be spread asymptomatically. We didn’t have antivirals until October, monoclonal antibodies until November, and vaccines until December. All we could do was restrict travel, close businesses, shutter schools, and mask, isolate, quarantine, test, and social distance. During the second year of the pandemic, when we had vaccines to prevent COVID, people couldn’t go anywhere without their vaccine cards. They couldn’t go to their favorite bar or restaurant or sporting event or place of worship without proof of vaccination. Some people were fired from their jobs for refusing to get vaccinated. For many, this was seen as massive government overreach and energized what has been called the “medical freedom movement.” Indeed, a headline in the New York Times declared, “How Health Freedom Became a Winning Rally Cry.” As expressed in the comments of RFK Jr., Casey Means, and Marty Makary, the medical freedom movement focuses on the individual not the community—the opposite of public health. In an article titled “Ethics and Social Value Judgments in Public Health,” ethicists from Yale University distinguished public health from medical freedom. “Public health policies,” they wrote, “are population oriented. Because individual health affects the health of others, public health measures regulate individual behavior to achieve population health goals. All raise questions about how individual autonomy and freedom should be balanced against public health interests…which respects individuals’ sovereignty over their bodies and actions as long as their actions do not harm others.” The medical freedom movement fails to recognize that it often limits the freedom of others. For example, a parent who is afraid to send a child to school where many of the students are unvaccinated. Or immune compromised children who depend on those around them to for protection. The question then becomes “Freedom for whom?” Is it your right, in the name of medical freedom, to catch and transmit a potentially fatal infection—and in so doing, take away the freedom of others? In Four Essays on Liberty, Isaiah Berlin sums it up best. “Liberty for the wolves,” he wrote, “is death to the lambs.” Thanks for reading Beyond the Noise! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Subscribe
State health officials announce 2026’s first confirmed case of measles in Maryland
Maryland health officials warn that a Baltimore-area resident was confirmed to have measles after traveling internationally, marking the first measles outbreak of the year.
Measles case confirmed in Rhode Island
A man in his 40s from Providence County who contracted the disease had recently traveled internationally, public health officials said
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The latest CDC director nominee, the ongoing measles outbreak, and other health news from Morning Rounds
Health officials confirm measles case was found in Maryland
A case of measles has been confirmed in a Baltimore area resident who recently traveled internationally.
Measles case confirmed in Baltimore after international travel, health officials report
One case of measles has been confirmed in the Baltimore metro area from a resident who traveled internationally, according to the Maryland Department of Health.
Measles case confirmed in Baltimore after international travel, health officials report
One case of measles has been confirmed in the Baltimore metro area from a resident who traveled internationally, according to the Maryland Department of Health.
Tribune Editorial: Utah officials need to raise the alarm about measles
It’s a disease that can cause misery, hospitalization, birth defects, swelling of the brain, deafness, a weakening of the immune system that can last for years and, on rare occasions, death.
University of Pittsburgh team's FRED model tracks measles
Pitt's Framework for Reconstructing Epidemiological Dynamics program was instrumental in convincing lawmakers to pass rare legislation that took away the ability of residents to skip vaccines because of religious or personal beliefs.
Department of Health confirms measles case in Rhode Island
TheRhode Island Department of Health said that a case of measles had been confimred in the state.
Trump taps Texas’ top public health official as CDC chief medical officer
Jennifer Shuford, an infectious disease physician who oversaw the country’s largest measles outbreak in 30 years, is among a slate of CDC nominations with no apparent ties to the anti-vaccine movement.
Trump taps Texas’ top public health official as CDC chief medical officer
Jennifer Shuford, an infectious disease physician who oversaw the country’s largest measles outbreak in 30 years, is among a slate of CDC nominations with no apparent ties to the anti-vaccine movement.
S.F. measles case highlights risk for babies too young for vaccine
Even parents following standard measles vaccination guidance, which recommends the first shot at 12 to 15 months, may find their infants exposed to the disease as it resurges globally, experts say.
Dept. of Public Health confirms measles case in Midlands
The South Carolina Department of Public Health has confirmed a case of measles in Saluda County.Health officials say the infection is tied to international trav
Kennedy announces policy changes and faces criticism at House hearings
The health secretary appeared before two House committees to discuss proposed funding cuts. Several lawmakers pressed Kennedy about his response to measles outbreaks.
RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony
Health officials warn of measles exposure at Mt. Hood Community College campus in Gresham
Oregon health officials say there was another measles exposure in Gresham, this time at a building on the Mt. Hood Community College campus.The Oregon Health Au
Measles and Moab? Pitkin County Public Health raises awareness in off-season
With Utah becoming the epicenter of the U.S. measles outbreaks this month, Pitkin County Public Health is recommending all those planning to travel to Moab, Utah and even further to make sure they are protected against the virus.
Listen as Sacramento County public health officer announces more measles cases
Dr. Olivia Kasirye, Sacramento County public health officer, announces six new cases of measles during a press conference with other health officials in Sacramento on April 15, 2026.
San Francisco health officials confirm measles in infant; first case since 2019
Communicating About Measles for Health Professionals
Join our upcoming webinar to get the latest data, learn evidence-based communication approaches, and get practical tools to help professionals navigate conversations about measles vaccination, respond to concerns, and support informed decision-making.
Portland's Centennial Middle School identified as measles exposure site
A new measles exposure site has been confirmed at a Portland middle school, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) announced on Tuesday.
Babies too young for MMR vaccine become ‘sitting ducks’ in measles outbreaks
Babies too young to be vaccinated are among the most vulnerable in a measles outbreak and depend entirely on herd immunity.
King County confirms measles case in infant; exposure risk in Bellevue and Seattle low
Public Health – Seattle & King County is warning of potential measles exposures in Bellevue, northeast Seattle, and on public transit after confirming a case in
Measles exposure at Boise Airport? Idaho health officials issue warning
The Department of Health and Welfare said people traveling through on this date should watch for symptoms. Many flyers are being contacted.
Colorado health officials identify 2 additional measles cases in Weld County, possible exposure in El Paso County
How Colorado Prioritizes Public Health Data Modernization
The Pew Charitable Trusts recently spoke to Colorado’s Department of Public Health and Environment’s (CDPHE’s) state epidemiologist Dr. Rachel Herlihy and COVID-19 surveillance program manager Alicia Cronquist, MPH, about how updates to the state’s public health data reporting policies will help the agency’s efforts to protect Coloradans from communicable diseases, such as flu, salmonella, measles, and HIV.
Michigan health officials call for early measles vaccines for some areas
Measles outbreak spreads in Utah, hitting people without the vaccine
What started as a small outbreak of measles along the Utah-Arizona border has spread to every corner of the Beehive State.
Michigan health officials recommend accelerated vaccine in 7 counties amid measles outbreak
Michigan health officials recommend accelerated vaccine in 7 counties amid measles outbreak
Health experts warn of rising measles cases in undervaccinated communities
A sharp rise in U.S. measles cases is linked to falling MMR vaccination rates and growing immunity gaps
Snohomish County declares measles outbreak over, warns travel could bring new cases
The Snohomish County Health Department has declared an end to the county’s recent measles outbreak, but health officials are warning residents to stay alert as
Michigan health officials recommend early measles vaccine -- what to know
There are now eight confirmed cases across two counties -- seven in Washtenaw and one in Monroe.
Sacramento County confirms 2 additional measles cases
Both children are 'in isolation and recovering,' county health officials said.
Sacramento County measles cases rise to 5 after 2 new infections
Key milestone hit in ending Broomfield measles outbreak, health department says
Suspected measles outbreak kills nearly 100 children in Bangladesh
Health ministry data show children aged six months to five years with suspected measles symptoms soared to 6,476.
Oregon health officials warn measles cases could continue to rise
According to the Oregon Health Authority, the majority of those cases are due to people being unvaccinated or having an unknown vaccination status.
Oregon health officials urge vaccination for measles amid high cases
Oregon health officials report 13 measles cases so far in 2026, urging unvaccinated residents to get immunized as national cases rise.
Measles confirmed at Safeway in Portland, health officials say
People who visited the Safeway at 2800 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd. within the last week may have been exposed to the measles, the Oregon Health Authority said.
Health officials confirm measles case, exposure sites in Monroe County
Health officials confirm measles case, exposure sites in Monroe County
Eastern Utah measles infections double within a week, health officials say
Health officials have confirmed a doubling of measles cases in Daggett, Duchesne and Uintah counties in the past week.
Health officials flag several University of Utah areas for possible measles exposure
Several areas on the University of Utah campus have been singled out for possible measles exposure as cases continue to rise across the state.In an update post
Public Health warns of measles exposure in Seattle, Bellevue and Kirkland
Officials noted the case totals reflect only King County residents and do not include people who may have traveled through the area while contagious.
Measles exposure location confirmed at Providence Portland Hospital ER waiting room
Health officials have identified a new measles exposure site in the Portland area.
Cook County health officials warn of measles exposure at O'Hare Airport
You could have been exposed to a measles patient if you were at O'Hare last week.
Health officials stress safety measures after Helena measles exposure at local hospital
With five measles cases recently identified, Lewis and Clark County health experts encouraged caution to prevent further transmission.
Cook County health officials warn of possible measles exposure at O'Hare, 2 stores in Niles
Cook County Department of Public Health warns of possible measles exposure at O'Hare, 2 stores in Niles
According to the CCDPH, measles is a dangerous and potentially deadly, highly contagious respiratory disease that spreads easily through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes.
There's a massive measles vaccine campaign in Mexico. Is the public on board?
With tens of thousands of suspected cases, the government is aiming for 2.5 million jabs a week. The response has been encouraging — but also worrisome.
Measles case confirmed in Multnomah County linked to Gresham WinCo exposure
Multnomah County health officials are investigating one confirmed case of measles linked to a known exposure site at a WinCo grocery store in Gresham.
Health officials begin contact tracing after new Shasta County measles case, risk low
A new measles case has been confirmed in Shasta County following 9 previous cases identified in late-January, according to the Shasta County Health and Human Se
What it takes to declare state measles outbreak over after 7 days without new case
It's been one week since no new cases of the measles have been reported in South Carolina, and health officials say they will remain hopeful but vigilant.
Washtenaw County measles outbreak rises to 7 cases, health officials say
A measles outbreak in Washtenaw County has increased to seven confirmed cases, according to the Washtenaw County Health Department in an update.
Michigan measles outbreak: Confirmed cases grow to seven, including child under 5
The Washtenaw County outbreak has seven confirmed cases and one hospitalization. Officials are asking that anyone unvaccinated or not already immune to measles stay away from others for a full 21 days after exposure.
Washtenaw County measles outbreak grows to 7. What you need to know
An unvaccinated child exposed to measles in Washtenaw County is now infected, health leaders say, and a local hospital is now an exposure site.
South Carolina measles outbreak could end by April 26, health official says
March 25 (Reuters) - South Carolina could declare its ongoing measles outbreak over by April 26 if no additional infections are reported, the state's top epidemiologist said during a briefing on
Measles outbreak in Southeast Michigan now at 7 cases, health officials say
How outlawing flavored tobacco saved Massachusetts $70 million in health care costs
GBH's Morning Edition spoke with the state's top public health official about new research on banning flavored tobacco, maternal health, measles and more.
Trump is expected to nominate new CDC director, as measles keeps spreading
If confirmed by the Senate, the director will inherit an agency marked by the yearlong chaos of mass layoffs, a deadly shooting and hollowed-out leadership.
There’s little information about a large measles outbreak in Florida, so we went to see it
One of the largest measles outbreaks the US has seen in decades erupted at Ave Maria University in Florida, but very little information was being shared with the public. So CNN went to the small Florida town to learn what’s driving the case count.
Wake County childcare centers take preventive measures as measles cases rise
Fourth suspected measles case reported in Washtenaw County
Measles has not yet been confirmed with laboratory testing, according to a health department press release.
Health officials warn of possible measles spike after Westerville exposure case
Franklin County Public Health officials said they are on high alert after the exposure in Westerville.
Michigan confirms measles outbreak in Washtenaw County: What to know
An initial case was identified in an unvaccinated adult who visited sites in Ypsilanti and Canton earlier this month. Since then, two more related cases have been reported.
2 measles exposure sites identified at Salem health centers, Oregon officials say
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Two Salem health centers were identified as the latest measles exposure sites in Oregon, officials said. The Oregon Health Authority and Marion County public health official…
Michigan declares 1st measles outbreak as cases spread 'like wildfire'
All three measles cases reported in March in Michigan are linked to a person in Washtenaw County who likely contracted it on a trip to Florida.
Health officials confirm measles case in Weld County adult
Colorado health officials have confirmed a case of measles in an adult residing in Weld County.
Grant County reports 2 confirmed measles cases in unvaccinated children, tracking exposure
Two unvaccinated children in Grant County from the same household have confirmed measles infections, prompting health officials to warn residents who may have b
Health officials flag two Salt Lake County locations for measles exposure as cases rise
Salt Lake County health officials have flagged two new locations for measle locations within the last the week
Measles' resurgence in the US is a grim sign of what's coming
Two pandemic researchers explore the recent resurgence of measles in the U.S. and what it could mean for the future of disease responsiveness.
As the risk of measles grows, why are parents so divided on vaccines?
In South Carolina, some parents embrace vaccines, others opt out. Why do people make such different choices? A mix of politics, distrust and misinformation is pushing neighbors apart.
Utah aquarium, pediatric care facility among recent measles exposure sites, health officials say
Utah health officials issued a warning of new measles exposure locations on Friday.
Potential measles exposure linked to eastern Iowa hotel
The Illinois Department of Public Health notified Iowa HHS about an Illinois resident that tested positive for measles and traveled to Iowa while infectious.
Health officials confirm measles case in Las Vegas convention attendee
Health officials say they have a confirmed case of measles in a recent Las Vegas convention attendee.
Utah measles outbreak speeds up but there are few changes to daily life
Health officials in the outbreak's epicenter are relying on social media and talk radio to reach residents. Many aren't listening.
Second possible measles case under investigation in Washtenaw County
Florida Is Trying to Ignore Measles Until It Can’t
The state is in the midst of an outbreak, but its health department has been mostly silent.
Oregon Health Authority identifies Gresham grocery store as latest measles exposure site
People who visited Gresham’s WinCo Foods, located on 2511 SE 1st St., on Saturday, March 7 between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. may have been exposed to measles.