MEASLES OUTBREAK

Jul 15 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Rise: Why Vaccination Matters Now More Than Ever

Measles cases in the U. S. have hit a 33-year high, but New York City has managed to avoid outbreaks so far. Still, health officials are keeping a close eye on the situation. Seven cases have been reported in the city this year, with the latest confirmed in early July. Statewide, there have been 14 cases, which is similar to last year's total. Health experts say mea...

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Jul 11 2025HEALTH

Measles: A Growing Threat in the U. S.

Measles is making a comeback in the U. S. , with cases soaring to levels not seen in decades. The current outbreak, fueled by a surge in Texas, has surpassed the number of cases reported in any year since 1992. Experts attribute this rise to several factors, including increased travel during the summer and a decline in vaccination rates. The highly contagious measle...

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Jul 08 2025HEALTH

Measles Makes a Comeback: Why Vaccination Rates Matter

Measles is back in a big way in the U. S. After being declared eliminated in 2000, the country is now seeing the highest number of cases in decades. Over 1, 200 cases have been reported this year alone. Even more concerning, three people have died from the disease, all of whom were unvaccinated. The resurgence of measles is largely due to low vaccination rates. In G...

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

Measles Makes a Comeback: What's Happening and Why It Matters

Measles is back with a vengeance in the U. S. In the first half of 2025, cases have already skyrocketed past the previous year's total. Over 1, 277 people have been infected, with the majority of cases tied to a massive outbreak in west Texas. This isn't just a small blip. The virus is highly contagious. If you're not vaccinated and come into contact with it, there'...

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Jul 05 2025HEALTH

Measles Makes a Comeback: What's Happening in the US?

Measles is back with a vengeance in the US. The numbers are shocking. Over 1, 277 cases have been reported this year. That's more than any year since measles was declared eliminated in 2000. And experts think the real number is even higher because many cases go unreported. The biggest outbreak is in Texas. Gaines County is the epicenter. Nearly 1 in 4 kindergartners...

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Rise in Utah: What You Need to Know

Utah is facing a growing measles outbreak, with two more people, including a child, recently diagnosed. This brings the total number of confirmed cases to five. The unvaccinated individuals, from Utah County and southern Utah, have raised concerns among health officials. Two of the infected are pregnant, highlighting the serious risks measles poses to expectant mothe...

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

Measles Cases Rise in Utah: What You Need to Know

Utah is seeing more cases of measles. Health officials just found two more people with the disease. This makes the total number of cases in the state five. One of the new cases is a child, and the other is an adult. They live in different parts of Utah. One is from Utah County, and the other is from the southwest health district. Two of the five people with measles...

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

Measles Alert: What You Need to Know

Measles has made a comeback in North Carolina. A child in the Greensboro area tested positive for the virus. This has put hospitals in the Triangle area on high alert. They are watching for any new cases. Measles is highly contagious. It can spread through the air and stay on surfaces. Experts say it was only a matter of time before the virus showed up in the state....

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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

Summer Camps: The New Frontline in Measles Prevention

Measles is making a comeback in certain regions, and summer camps are now in the spotlight. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a call to action. They want camps to verify that all kids, staff, and volunteers have proof of measles immunity. This could be through vaccination or a past infection. Why the fuss? Measles is highly contagious. It spr...

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Jun 16 2025HEALTH

Measles Alert: Airport Exposure and Vaccination Concerns

Measles, a highly infectious disease, has raised alarms at Dulles International Airport. A traveler arriving from abroad tested positive, putting many at risk. This person moved through various parts of the airport and even used public transportation, increasing the chances of spreading the virus. Anyone at the airport or on the Silver Line train between 10:30 am and...

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