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April 25, 2025 at 5:54 PM
There are nearly 900 measles cases in the US. Here's what you need to know
The number of measles cases in the U.S. has risen to 884, according to new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data published Friday. Here's what you need to know.
April 25, 2025 at 5:54 PM
April 22, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Texas measles outbreak surpasses 600 cases with most among children, teens
The measles outbreak in western Texas has now reached 624 cases, according to new data published Tuesday by the Texas Department of State Health Services.
April 22, 2025 at 7:04 PM
April 21, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Measles cases in the US continue to climb
Multiple states have reported their first cases of measles in the year to date.
April 21, 2025 at 11:32 AM
April 20, 2025 at 7:37 PM
3 more states report their first measles cases of 2025
Louisiana, Virginia and Missouri all reported their first measles cases of 2025 this weekend.
April 20, 2025 at 7:37 PM
April 20, 2025 at 12:32 AM
US measles cases on rise
More than 800 measles cases have been reported in the United States -- nearly triple the number in all of last year.
April 20, 2025 at 12:32 AM
April 19, 2025 at 3:33 PM
New measles numbers
The CDC confirms that there are at least 800 confirmed cases nationwide across 24 states.
April 19, 2025 at 3:33 PM
April 18, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Michigan reports first confirmed measles outbreak since 2019
Seven cases of measles have been confirmed in Michigan so far this year, according to state health officials.
April 18, 2025 at 12:24 AM
April 15, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Measles cases linked to Texas outbreak reach 561, with 20 new infections confirmed
The measles outbreak in western Texas is continuing to grow, reaching 561 cases, according to new data published Tuesday.
April 15, 2025 at 4:40 PM
April 13, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Measles exploded in Texas after stagnant vaccine funding. New cuts threaten the same across the US
The measles outbreak in West Texas didn’t happen just by chance
April 13, 2025 at 2:13 PM
April 12, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Measles cases on the rise
The outbreak in the U.S. has risen to more than 700 cases, which is the most in six years, across at least 24 states.
April 12, 2025 at 2:13 PM
April 12, 2025 at 1:44 PM
US reports highest number of measles cases since 2019, CDC data shows
Measles cases have been confirmed in at least 24 states, CDC data shows.
April 12, 2025 at 1:44 PM
April 12, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Dr. Alok Patel joins PRIME to talk measles, vaccines and Trump’s physical
News’ Stephanie Ramos spoke with ABC News’ medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel about the growing number of measles cases, vaccines and President Trump’s physical exam.
April 12, 2025 at 1:29 AM
April 12, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Over 700 measles cases across 24 states, marking highest number since 2019
The CDC has reported an increase of 105 cases since last week, with most infections found in people under age 19.
April 12, 2025 at 12:43 AM
April 10, 2025 at 7:24 AM
RFK Jr. praises measles response in Texas, US by making comparison to Europe
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. praised the measles response in Texas and the U.S., saying it's a "model for the rest of the world." But the comparison to Europe is an unfair one.
April 10, 2025 at 7:24 AM
April 9, 2025 at 2:11 PM
RFK Jr. claims curve is flattening in Texas measles outbreak, but experts disagree
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the curve is flattening in the measles outbreak in Texas. Public health experts say that's not what the data shows.
April 9, 2025 at 2:11 PM
April 9, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Public health officials disagree with health secretary's claims on measles outbreak
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the curve is flattening in the measles outbreak in Texas. Public health experts say that's not what the data shows.
April 9, 2025 at 10:14 AM
April 8, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Measles cases in Texas surpass 500, with 24 new infections confirmed over last 5 days
The measles outbreak in western Texas is continuing to grow with a total of 505 in the state, according to data published Tuesday.
April 8, 2025 at 5:25 PM
April 8, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Latest on deadly measles outbreak
Measles cases in the U.S. have more than doubled compared to last year, with the vast majority reported in west Texas.
April 8, 2025 at 3:05 PM
April 8, 2025 at 7:06 AM
Second child dies of measles in Texas as RFK Jr. visit's state's outbreak epicenter
Texas health officials reported the second measles death of a child – an otherwise unvaccinated healthy eight-year-old girl.
April 8, 2025 at 7:06 AM
April 7, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Texas doctor discusses treating, seeing measles cases for first time
Texas Dr. Leila Myrick reacts to treating cases of measles in the state when it was something before the outbreak she had not learned much about during medical school.
April 7, 2025 at 7:34 PM
April 7, 2025 at 7:23 PM
2nd child with measles dies in Texas, according to state health officials
A second child in Texas has died with measles, according to state health officials.
April 7, 2025 at 7:23 PM
April 7, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Former top FDA vaccine official on US measles outbreak
Dr. Peter Marks, a top former FDA vaccine official, joined ABC News Live to discuss the ongoing outbreak of measles following the death of a second child in Texas.
April 7, 2025 at 6:10 PM
April 7, 2025 at 3:15 PM
What to know as 2nd child dies of measles in Texas
Measles cases are confirmed in at least 21 states, with 642 cases nationwide. Texas is facing the worst outbreak of measles in 30 years.
April 7, 2025 at 3:15 PM
April 7, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Second child measles death in Texas
ABC's Mireya Villarreal reported on the alarming measles outbreak in Texas, which is nearing 500 cases and last week claimed the life of a second child -- an unvaccinated 8-year-old girl.
April 7, 2025 at 2:00 AM
April 6, 2025 at 11:57 PM
2nd child dies of measles in Texas
There are 607 confirmed measles cases across 21 states nationwide, according to data from the CDC.
April 6, 2025 at 11:57 PM
April 6, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Texas measles outbreak hits 481 cases, with 59 new infections confirmed in 3 days
The measles outbreak in western Texas has hit 481 cases as 59 newly identified infections were confirmed over the last three days, according to new data published Friday.
April 6, 2025 at 8:46 PM
April 6, 2025 at 5:04 AM
Measles outbreak in Texas shows no sign of slowing
Seven young children at a day care center in Lubbock have been diagnosed with measles. One child was hospitalized.
April 6, 2025 at 5:04 AM
April 5, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Measles outbreak shows no signs of slowing down
The number of measles cases nationwide is climbing and doctors are urging the unvaccinated to get their shots.
April 5, 2025 at 2:08 PM
April 2, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Texas measles outbreak hits 422 cases with 22 new infections confirmed
ABC News medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel explains the new data published by the Texas Department of State Health Services.
April 2, 2025 at 4:28 PM
April 2, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Texas measles outbreak hits 422 cases with 22 new infections confirmed
The measles outbreak in western Texas is continuing to grow with a total of 422, according to new data published Tuesday.
April 2, 2025 at 2:20 PM
1 month ago
Texas measles outbreak is spreading beyond Mennonites: Officials
When Texas officials first discovered measles cases this year, they were among the Mennonite population. Now, officials say cases are spreading to other communities.
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‘We are on track to have the worst measles outbreak of this century’: Dr. Jha
ABC News’ Martha Raddatz interviews Biden’s coronavirus response coordinator and dean of Brown University's School of Public Health Dr. Ashish Jha on “This Week.”
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Nearly 500 cases of measles reported across 19 states
Plus, why Utah banned fluoride in public drinking water and the potential fallout from the FDA’s top vaccine official’s resignation.
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Texas now reporting 400 measles cases as some kids get sick from too much vitamin A
The number of measles cases associated with an outbreak in western Texas has grown to 400 cases amid reports of some children taking unhealthy amounts of vitamin A.
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US measles cases skyrocket
Texas is now reporting 400 measles cases with 41 people requiring hospitalization. The first cases in Texas were back in January.
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What to know about rare measles breakthrough cases as virus spreads across US
As measles spreads across the U.S., a few fully vaccinated people have contracted rare breakthrough cases. Here's what to know and why vaccination is still important.
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Measles case confirmed in Washington, DC
A measles case was confirmed in a person who traveled to Washington, D.C., on an Amtrak train, according to the D.C. Department of Health.
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Measles case confirmed in DC, individual may have exposed others on Amtrak train
A measles case was confirmed in a person who traveled to Washington, D.C., on an Amtrak train, according to the D.C. Department of Health.
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Measles case confirmed in DC, individual may have exposed others on Amtrak train
Health officials are working to inform fellow passengers.
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Officials are working to increase measles vaccinations as cases rise across the US
State and local data shows that measles vaccination rates appear to be increasing in some areas of the U.S. that have been affected by outbreaks this year.
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Texas measles outbreak grows to 327 cases with 18 new confirmed infections: Officials
The measles outbreak in western Texas is continuing to grow with 327 cases confirmed, according to new data published Tuesday.
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Nationwide measles cases now surpassing the number for all of last year
There are now more than 370 cases across the U.S. in 17 states, according to recent CDC data.
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Measles cases on the rise
The state of Texas is now reporting 309 cases with one death, bringing the total of confirmed measles cases to 378 across 17 states.
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Measles cases linked to Texas outbreak hit 309, surpassing nationwide total in 2024
The number of measles cases associated with an outbreak in western Texas has grown to 309, according to new data released Friday.
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Do you need another measles vaccine dose? Experts reveal who is protected
As measles cases continue to spread across the United States, experts reveal who may need another vaccine dose and who is protected from the virus.
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Texas measles outbreak grows, nears US 2024 total
The measles outbreak in western Texas has grown to a total of 279 cases, according to new state data published Tuesday.
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Measles cases grow as RFK Jr. makes controversial claims about treatment
Plus, why the FDA has recalled certain skincare products and a new report that children should avoid slushies.
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Texas measles outbreak hits 259; just 2 cases among fully vaccinated
The number of measles cases associated with an outbreak in western Texas has grown to 259, according to new data released Friday.
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Debunking RFK Jr.'s measles claims
RFK Jr. has claimed measles can be treated with vitamin A and that severe infection is linked to poor diet. But many experts who spoke with ABC News disagreed.
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Former CDC director argues for stronger guidance on infant measles vaccine dose
Former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky called for stronger, nationwide guidance on infant measles vaccine doses in a new opinion paper published Friday.
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