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Health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Arvada pub
Health officials have announced another measles exposure site in Arvada after identifying two new cases and a breakthrough case in a vaccinated resident in Broomfield County.
2nd Washtenaw County measles case exposed others at mall, gym
Health officials say there's a new suspected case of measles in Washtenaw County with exposures at a mall and fitness center. What you need to know.
2 additional cases of measles, possible 3rd case confirmed in Colorado outbreak in Broomfield
Colorado health officials have identified two additional cases of measles, bringing the total number to nine in the Broomfield outbreak.
We study pandemics. The resurgence of measles is a grim sign of what’s coming
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Michigan reports 1st measles case of 2026: What you need to know
Health officials say an adult with measles exposed others to the virus between March 4-8 at multiple locations across two Michigan counties.
South Carolina measles outbreak nears 1,000 cases; most unvaccinated
The South Carolina Department of Public Health reported two new measles cases on Tuesday, bringing the total number of cases linked to the Upstate outbreak to 9
Colorado health officials navigate measles outbreak that started at Broomfield High School
A measles surge, AI in warfare and accelerated global warming
Why measles cases are rising in the U.S., how artificial intelligence is shaping warfare, and what accelerated global warming means for the world
Times Opinion: Diseases don’t care about politics. Vaccines save Tennesseans’ lives
As a family physician in Tennessee, I have the privilege of caring for people at every stage of life, from newborns to grandparents, often all within the same family.
Department of Health confirms measles case in Oahu visitor, issues exposure alert
Officials say the visitor had recently arrived in Hawaii from a region of the continental United States with known measles transmission.
Measles cases in Sacramento area up to 6 as CA health officials urge vaccination
State health officials urged people to get vaccinated after third measles outbreak this year in California.
Measles is 'worse than expected' in Utah, officials say
Measles patients in Utah are developing severe complications, health officials say, including potentially life-threatening anemia and liver inflammation.
Colorado health officials identify more cases of measles connected to Broomfield schools
Four more measles cases identified, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment says
Four more measles cases were identified in the Denver metro area, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment announced Friday morning.
Measles contact tracing underway in Sacramento County after 100+ children possibly exposed
‘It’s not a mild virus, it’s a severe illness,’ Utah health officials warn as measles cases keep climbing
Measles cases continue to climb across Utah, with more than 350 infections reported since June. Health officials say many underestimate how severe the virus can be.
Measles exposure at Sacramento County event prompts health officials to contact families
Health officials are working to contact the families of as many as 130 children who may have been exposed to measles at an event in Sacramento County.
Health department alerts public to possible measles exposure in Lynchburg
Officials are warning of a possible measles exposure after a confirmed case moved through the area.
Measles is not the only disease on the rise. Mumps also may be making a comeback
The FDA approved a vaccine for mumps nearly 60 years ago, so why are some areas of the United States experiencing outbreaks now, and who should be concerned?
Colorado officials declare measles outbreak in Adams County after third person connected to school contracts illness
State and local health officials declared a measles outbreak in Adams County on Wednesday after a third person connected to Broomfield High School contracted the illness.
US CDC staff to arrive in South Carolina to help contain measles outbreak
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention staff will arrive in South Carolina to help the state contain the largest measles outbreak in the country in more than 30 years, a state official said in a briefing on Wednesday.
A third unvaccinated child tied to Broomfield High gets measles, prompting public health official to declare an outbreak
The new case is the state's fourth this year, giving Colorado a bad start when it comes to measles for 2026.
2 unvaccinated Sacramento County children diagnosed with measles, health officials say
Wake County to host measles edition of Ask the Doc Town Hall
Wake County Public Health will hold a special measles-focused Ask the Doc Town Hall on March 10 at 6 p.m., offering residents a chance to learn about symptoms, risks, prevention, and vaccination from local medical experts via Zoom or Facebook Live.
Kansas City health officials report first measles case since 2018
Health officials cautioned that those at risk of measles infection are people who have not been vaccinated.
Health alert issued following potential measles exposure at Cache County high school
Cache County School District sent a health alert after a potential measles exposure at Mountain Crest High School in Hyrum.In a statement, school district offi
Measles cases in North Carolina rise to 24 since December: health officials
There have now been 24 reported cases of measles in North Carolina since December 2025, state health officials confirmed Tuesday.
Measles cases in North Carolina rise to 24 since December: health officials
There have now been 24 reported cases of measles in North Carolina since December 2025, state health officials confirmed Tuesday.
Second unvaccinated Broomfield High School student contracts measles, Colorado health officials say
Second unvaccinated Broomfield High School student contracts measles, Colorado health officials say
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Adams County Health Department confirmed a new case of measles on Monday and are warning Broomfield and Westminster residents about possible exposure.
California measles outbreaks linked to pockets of unvaccinated residents
California health departments are fighting to contain measles outbreaks as cases rise and resources shrink. Investigating communicable diseases is time-intensive and expensive. Officials say teams have about 72 hours after a positive case to find exposed people and stop spread.
Acting CDC director Bhattacharya urges measles vaccines
Jay Bhattacharya, the recently appointed acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), on Monday urged families to consider vaccinating against measles as outbreaks acros…
The Cost of Measles and Public Health Implications
Understand the cost of measles, from a financial, health, and societal standpoint. Also, learn the best preventative measures while planning for impact.
Measles is back in California. Health departments are fighting it with less.
California is battling measles outbreaks across seven counties as federal funding cuts gut local health departments and vaccine skepticism fuels spread among unvaccinated children.
As Trump urges GOP to retreat from anti-vax rhetoric, DeSantis doubles down on exemption bill amid rising measles cases
Florida advances exemptions as national GOP moderates vaccine tone
Bay Area health officials warn of measles exposure at Panda Express
A person with measles went to a Bay Area Panda Express two days in a row.
Measles outbreaks could cost the U.S. over a $1 billion a year, if vaccine rates decline
As vaccination rates decline, the economic consequences will increase, research suggests.
Santa Clara County resident with measles dined at Burlingame restaurant, health authorities say
San Mateo County Health warns of potential measles exposure at Panda Express
San Mateo County Health on Friday announced a potential measles exposure in Burlingame.
Colorado health officials warn of measles exposure at locations in several Denver-area cities
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is warning the public after a resident who visited locations in Broomfield, Lafayette, Louisville and Westminster was confirmed to have measles.
Possible Measles Exposure in Burlingame Panda Express, Health Officials Warn
The case is believed to be the fourth measles case in the Bay Area this year.
Suspected measles case reported in Broomfield
Measles is a highly infectious but preventable disease with symptoms that can include fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes.
US Measles cases surpass 1,100 so far in 2026 as outbreaks spread, health experts warn
Measles cases across the U.S. have surpassed 1,100 in the first two months of 2026, according to data published on Friday by the CDC.
Mass. health officials announce 2 cases of measles
They are the first two measles cases recorded in the state this year.
Health officials confirm 2 measles cases linked to Mass.
The cases are the first two with ties to the state this year, but they come amid a large national outbreak.
The US has surpassed 1,100 measles cases in two months. Expect more deaths next
The US has recorded more than 1,100 measles cases so far this year, according to data published Friday by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It’s a troubling milestone that has many in public health bracing for the worst.
Measles and echo chambers, fresh science, and more
Behind the Curtain (Feb 27)
Another Clackamas County location labeled measles exposure site
Oregon health officials identified another place in Clackamas County where people may have been exposed to measles.The Oregon Health Authority and Clackamas Cou
El Paso health officials confirm four measles cases, launch contact tracing
Measles has been confirmed in El Paso, prompting public health officials to begin contact tracing and urge residents to check their vaccination status.The City
C.D.C.’s New Acting Director Draws Unexpected Praise from Agency Staff
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who was appointed to the role last week, has offered to publicly endorse vaccination, in particular the measles vaccine, winning over some agency employees.
Health Department warns of potential measles exposure at airport
Travelers at an area airport may have been exposed to measles, according to the Ohio Department of Health.
South Carolina Health Official 'Encouraged' by Sharp Two‑week Drop in Measles Cases
Feb 25 (Reuters) - South Carolina has reported lower cases of measles two weeks in a row, offering an encouraging sign that the outbreak may be easing, a state health official said in a briefing on Wednesday. "The hard work and long hours that frontline, often entry-level epidemiologists,
Colorado health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Denver International Airport, Littleton church
Colorado health officials warn about measles exposure at Denver International Airport
Hospitals fighting measles confront a challenge: Few doctors have seen it before
As U.S. hospitals face an increasing risk of encountering measles, and pressure to immediately spot it, health care workers face an unusual barrier: Many don’t know what it looks like.
Measles count rises in Pennsylvania with new case in Montgomery County
Another Montgomery County resident has been diagnosed with measles, the state announced Tuesday, raising Pennsylvania’s count to 11 cases in 2026 and the Montgomery County total to three cases.
Lubbock Public Health confirms measles case
Public health officials are working closely with the affected healthcare facility and the infected individual to identify those who may have been exposed.
Person with measles visited car dealership and Wawa in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania health officials say
Hospitals fighting this virus confront a challenge – few doctors have seen it
As the Carolinas near 1,000 cases, health care workers who’ve never seen this vaccine-preventable disease can get caught by surprise.
Hospitals Fighting Measles Confront a Challenge: Few Doctors Have Seen It Before
As the number of cases grows to about 1,000 in the Carolinas, health care workers who’ve never seen the vaccine-preventable disease can get caught by surprise.
Burke County reports first measles case, exposure sites span 3 counties
Burke County has experienced its first measles case, Burke County Public Health confirmed in a Feb. 23 press release.
Inside the state lab guiding North Carolina’s measles response
With at least 23 measles cases reported in North Carolina since December, critical public health decisions begin inside the State Laboratory of Public Health in Raleigh. Scientists there confirm high-risk cases, shaping how officials notify the public and limit further spread.
Australia news live: health warning as measles spreads in Melbourne; flash floods cut east-west rail link
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Contributor: RFK Jr.'s focus on viral nonsense is putting children's lives at risk
The Health secretary released a video of him flexing with Kid Rock, while his reckless decisions have contributed to more than 900 people contracting measles in 2026.
Measles cases this year near 1,000. That we know of.
Many of the current cases stem from the outbreak in South Carolina, which the administration told Mother Jones they weren’t especially concerned about in December.
SC health officials report 11 new measles cases, bringing total to more than 970
The South Carolina Department of Public Health is reporting 11 new cases of measles since Tuesday, bringing the total number of cases in South Carolina to 973.
U.S. closes in on 1,000 measles cases in first two months of 2026
The nation is struggling to control the spread of the wildly contagious virus as vaccination rates continue to fall.
L.A. County health officials confirm fourth case of measles in person who traveled to LAX, other locations
Los Angeles County health officials on Thursday confirmed a case of measles in a person who recently traveled internationally and visited several public locations in Los Angeles County while infect…
South Carolina Hospitals Aren’t Required to Disclose Measles-Related Admissions. That Leaves Doctors in the Dark.
Physicians across South Carolina, home to the largest measles outbreak in decades, are advising patients without the benefit of real-time data on hospitalizations due to measles-related pneumonia, brain swelling and other serious complications.
6th measles case reported in Rockwall County, health officials say
The first case was identified Feb. 5, according to a statement from the Rockwall County Health Authority. Since then, five other family members within the...
If you’re feeling sick, it could be measles, Salt Lake County health officials warn
Measles is now actively spreading in Salt Lake County.
Greenville woman vaccinated at birth receives negative measles immunity test, SCDPH responds
State health officials say people born between 1957 and 1968 may need additional protection from the measles, even if you were vaccinated at birth.
Lee Health in SW Florida reports it has a measles case
Measles outbreak in SW Florida at 66 cases in Collier and is spreading to Lee County
Oregon health officials are now calling measles an ‘outbreak’: What that means
Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Health and Science University are holding a media briefing to share an update on the state’s five measles cases so far in 2026, four of which have been link…
Illinois health officials confirm second measles case in Metro East, release exposure locations
Officials warn people may have been exposed to measles in several Metro East communities, including Glen Carbon, Collinsville and Edwardsville.
DSHS says there is no measles outbreak after cases reported in Kendall, Bandera counties
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) said there is not a measles outbreak after multiple cases were reported in Kendall County and Bandera County.
Health officials warn of possible measles exposure at St. Louis Lambert Airport, Collinsville church
An individual with a confirmed measles case was in the airport on Feb. 7. Meanwhile, Illinois health officials say the same person may have exposed people at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Collinsville.
Measles exposure at St. Louis Lambert airport, health officials warn
The person entered the Southwest Airlines terminal after a domestic flight between 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 7, according to a news release.
New measles case brings North Carolina total to 22 since December: health officials
There have now been 22 reported cases of measles in North Carolina since December, state health officials confirmed Tuesday.
Check your measles vaccine status amid surge, health providers say
Two shots of the MMR give widespread protection against measles.
Florida Department of Health confirms sixth measles case in Duval County in 2026
The City of Jacksonville confirmed a 5th measles case in Duval County in 2026.
Health department warns of measles exposure at Philadelphia airport
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning of a possible measles exposure in Terminal E of the Philadelphia International Airport on Thursday.
Lee Health: Measles – Information you need to know
Measles is in the news in Southwest Florida, with cases being confirmed at Ave Maria University in Collier County.
Philadelphia health officials warn of possible measles exposure at PHL
Person with measles passed through Philadelphia International Airport, health officials say
Health officials warn of measles exposure at PHL Airport last week
A person with measles traveled through PHL Airport this past Thursday, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health announced on Sunday.
‘We almost lost you in the night’ - the life-threatening rise of measles in the UK
It is one of the most infectious diseases around, and can cause blindness and hearing loss – and can also be fatal. Why are cases now soaring and what can be done about it?
Riverside County health officials report second and third measles cases
Riverside County health officials report second and third measles cases
SC health officials report 17 new measles cases
The South Carolina Department of Public Health is reporting 17 new measles cases in the Upstate region since Tuesday.
Measles exposure reported at Madison hotel
Public health officials reported a new measles exposure at a Dane County hotel - unrelated to a recent confirmed case in a UW-Madison student.
New measles exposure in Madison prompts urgent health investigation
MADISON, (WKOW) — Public Health Madison & Dane County is investigating a new measles exposure in Dane County.
Health officials investigate new measles exposure at Madison hotel
Public Health Madison & Dane County is investigating a new measles exposure in Dane County. The exposure is not related to the confirmed case of measles reported last week.
Sick Detainees Describe Poor Care at CoreCivic ICE Facilities
Problems at detention centers operated by CoreCivic extend far beyond recent measles outbreaks.
Health commissioner provides details on Vermont’s first 2026 measles case
Health officials say the patient contracted the virus during international travel, and there is no current public risk.