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Measles Cases Surge in 2026; CDC Weighs Elimination Status

3/31/2026

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In 2026, the United States reported 1,566 measles cases across 30 states, one of the worst years since elimination in 2000.
Outbreaks were significant in Utah, Texas, and Florida, including a Florida university outbreak.
The South Carolina outbreak remained the largest, with 997 cases.
The CDC will decide in November whether the United States has lost its measles elimination status.
The majority of cases involved unvaccinated individuals.

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Story summary

In 2026, the United States reported 1,566 measles cases across 30 states, one of the worst years since elimination in 2000.
Outbreaks were significant in Utah, Texas, and Florida, including a Florida university outbreak.
The South Carolina outbreak remained the largest, with 997 cases.
The CDC will decide in November whether the United States has lost its measles elimination status.
The majority of cases involved unvaccinated individuals.