Despite high vaccination rates, unvaccinated pockets drive California measles outbreaks

California’s Measles Resurgence: A Looming Public Health Crisis? California is currently battling measles outbreaks across seven counties, a stark reminder of the fragility of herd immunity and the challenges facing public health agencies. The situation is compounded by dwindling federal funding and increasing vaccine skepticism, creating a perfect storm for wider outbreaks. The Speed of … Read more

Urgent travel warning as deadly Victorian-era disease rips through UK and Europe

Measles Resurgence: Why Holidaymakers Need to Check Their Vaccinations Health officials are urging travellers to ensure they are fully vaccinated against measles as cases surge across the UK and Europe. A recent travel advisory issued by Ireland’s Health Service Executive (HSE) highlights the growing concern, particularly ahead of the Easter holiday period. The Rising Threat … Read more

Review of U.S. Measles Elimination Status Delayed Until November

Measles Elimination Status in the US Under Review as Cases Surge The United States could lose its “measles eliminated” status, a designation held since 2000, due to significant outbreaks in 2025 and continuing into 2026. The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), a regional branch of the World Health Organization, has delayed a review of the … Read more

Measles cases increase across the Southwestern Utah region as more people opt out of MMR vaccines | News

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Broomfield High School students may have been exposed to measles

Measles Resurgence: Colorado Cases Signal National Trend Students and teachers at Broomfield High School, along with patrons of several Denver-area businesses and medical facilities, may have been exposed to measles, Colorado health officials announced Friday. This latest case, involving an unvaccinated child, is a stark reminder of the growing measles threat across the United States. … Read more

Health officials confirm 2 measles cases linked to Massachusetts

BOSTON — Massachusetts health officials have confirmed the first two cases of measles in the state this year, sparking renewed concern amidst a growing national and international resurgence of the highly contagious virus. While the immediate risk to most residents remains low due to high vaccination rates, experts warn that declining immunity and increased global … Read more

Measles exposure site identified at medical center in Oregon City, OHA says

Measles Exposure in Oregon City: A Sign of Rising Concerns? Oregon City residents are being alerted to a potential measles exposure at the Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center’s emergency department waiting room. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) identified the period of concern as between 9:57 p.m. On Wednesday, February 25th and 12:22 a.m. On Thursday, … Read more

Few doctors have seen it before

Mission Hospital’s Measles Exposure: A Warning Sign for U.S. Healthcare? A recent measles exposure at Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina, has brought into sharp focus a growing concern: the increasing risk of encountering measles and a potential decline in healthcare professionals’ ability to quickly identify the virus. The incident, which led to the hospital … Read more

Measles: Rare but Fatal Brain Condition SSPE – A Growing Risk?

The Looming Threat of Measles: A Rare, Devastating Brain Condition is Making a Comeback Measles, often considered a childhood illness, carries a hidden and terrifying risk: long-term brain damage. Even as most recover, a rare but universally fatal condition called subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) can develop years after the initial infection. Recent cases, and a … Read more

When politics trump a child’s health

North Dakota’s Measles Resurgence: A Warning Sign for the Nation For generations, measles was a fading memory in North Dakota, a testament to the power of modern medicine. But a concerning trend is reversing that progress. A growing number of vaccine exemptions, fueled by misinformation, is leading to outbreaks and putting communities at risk. The … Read more