Feb 21, 2025 · Measles is an airborne, extremely infectious, and potentially severe rash illness. Before the measles vaccine was introduced, an estimated 48,000 people were hospitalized and 400–500 people died in the United States each year. Measles is not a seasonal virus.

3 days ago · The outbreak quickly escalated. Measles has spread into neighboring counties and infected at least 223 people as of Tuesday, including 29 people who have been hospitalized and an unvaccinated ...

Mar 7, 2025 · How the measles outbreak spread: A look at vaccine exemption rates in Texas. Twenty-three people have been hospitalized in Texas as of Friday and one unvaccinated, school-aged child died.

4 days ago · The rate of measles outbreaks in the United States is rising: Last year, there were 16 outbreaks, up from four in 2023. So far in 2025, there have been three outbreaks of measles with cases reported in 12 states and confirmed deaths of …

Mar 3, 2025 · The measles outbreak in Texas is a call to action for all of us to reaffirm our commitment to public health. By working together -- parents, healthcare providers, community leaders, and government officials, we can prevent future …

Feb 27, 2025 · Measles outbreaks are occurring globally, particularly in Asia, which means that there is an increased likelihood of cases among unvaccinated travelers returning to the U.S., which we saw in the February 19 case of an Orange County, California resident returning from Asia. Vaccination remains the best defense against measles infection.

Feb 11, 2025 · Measles cases are rising in the U.S. with infections confirmed in at least five states so far this year. Cases have been reported in Alaska, Georgia, New York City, Rhode Island and Texas, mostly among individuals not vaccinated for measles, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Mar 1, 2025 · The measles outbreak in Texas has quickly grown to 146 cases. One child has died. NBC News answers readers' questions about the disease, vaccines and government response.

Feb 13, 2025 · In 2023, an estimated 10.3 million people were infected with measles. Right now, measles outbreaks are happening in every region of the world. Anyone who is not protected against measles can get measles while abroad and easily spread it …

Jan 23, 2024 · Nearly two dozen cases of measles have been reported since December 1, according to an alert from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. International travel, coupled with declining...