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U.S. Measles Outbreak Reaches Over 1,000 Cases, Three Deaths Reported

The CDC confirms 1,001 cases across 30 states, with Texas as the epicenter, as vaccination gaps fuel the largest outbreak since 2019.

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Anna Hicks places the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine in a refrigerator at the Andrews County Health Department's measles clinic, Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Andrews, Texas.
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Overview

  • Texas accounts for 709 of the 1,001 confirmed measles cases, with two child fatalities, while a third death was reported in New Mexico.
  • The outbreak has spread to 30 states, with 14 active clusters responsible for 93% of reported cases.
  • CDC data shows 96% of cases involve unvaccinated individuals or those with unknown vaccination status, highlighting declining immunization rates.
  • North Dakota quarantined 188 unvaccinated students following a local outbreak, reflecting intensified containment measures.
  • The U.S. faces its largest measles resurgence in six years, as public health experts warn of the risks posed by misinformation and low vaccination coverage.