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- Measles outbreaks have infected over 4,000 people across the United States in 2026.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded 4,080 confirmed measles cases nationwide as of October 9, 2026.
- Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State Disaster Emergency and authorized additional healthcare professionals to administer measles vaccines and testing.
- Pennsylvania’s health department reported more than 1,000 measles cases, five deaths and roughly 200 hospitalizations in 2026.