US measles cases hit 2,318 in 2026, surpassing last year's total, CDC data shows
Summary
In 2026, the number of confirmed measles cases in the United States reached 2,318, which is higher than the total for all of 2025. This is the highest number of measles cases reported since 1991, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).Key Facts
- There were 2,318 confirmed measles cases in the U.S. in 2026.
- This number exceeds the total measles cases reported in 2025.
- The 2026 case count is the highest since 1991.
- The data comes from the CDC, which tracks disease outbreaks.
- Measles is a contagious viral disease preventable by vaccination.
- The increase shows a rise in measles cases after years of lower numbers.
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