Measles Cases Surge in 2024, Matching Last Year's Total

Health officials urge vaccination as outbreaks spread across the U.S. and Canada.

The CDC has reported a significant increase in measles cases in 2024, already equaling the total number from 2023.
Measles outbreaks have been reported across 17 states in the U.S. and in Canada, with a notable surge in cases in Quebec and Ontario.
Health officials emphasize the importance of vaccination, highlighting that two doses of the MMR vaccine are about 97% effective at preventing measles.
Exposure sites include universities, hospitals, pharmacies, and urgent care centers, prompting health departments to advise monitoring for symptoms and seeking medical attention if necessary.
The resurgence of measles is attributed to decreased vaccination rates due to COVID-19 disruptions, vaccine hesitancy, and the resumption of international travel.