Latest News About Measles

Here are the latest publicly reported developments on measles:

• U.S. measles activity in 2025 remained elevated, with CDC data through April 2025 indicating hundreds of cases and multiple hospitalizations, driven largely by outbreaks in areas with low vaccination coverage in New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. This outbreak contributed to the second-highest annual case count in 25 years at that time.[2]
• The World Health Organization summarized ongoing measles activity in the United States in 2025, noting 378 cases across 17 states from January to March and two deaths, with most cases in children who were unvaccinated or had unknown vaccination status; WHO emphasized maintaining high vaccination coverage (at least 95%) and strong surveillance.[5]
• Media outlets continued to report localized outbreaks and hospitalizations, including updates from states like Texas, New Mexico, and nearby regions, highlighting unvaccinated populations and the public health response.[3][4][6]
• For ongoing national numbers, the CDC’s measles data page is the authoritative source for weekly updates on confirmed cases and outbreaks in the United States.[7]
• Global health bodies have reiterated vaccination goals and the importance of rapid outbreak detection and response to prevent spread, given measles’ high contagion and the vulnerability of under-vaccinated communities.[5]

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