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US Measles Cases Reach Highest Level Since 1991, Surpassing 2025 Record

24 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

The US has recorded 2,318 measles infections in 2026, surpassing the previous year's record of 2,289 cases, marking the highest case count since the disease was declared eliminated in 2000. This alarming trend indicates that 2026 is set to be the worst year for measles in the US since 1991.
The figures released by the CDC highlight a significant increase in cases, with five months still remaining in the year.
Measles was declared eliminated in the US in 2000, thanks to widespread vaccination efforts. However, recent years have seen a decline in vaccination rates, driven by misinformation and skepticism towards vaccines.
The surge in measles cases raises serious public health concerns, especially considering the disease's elimination status in the US. This resurgence can be attributed to various factors, including vaccine hesitancy and misinformation, which have led to lower vaccination rates in certain communities.

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This article is based on data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and reflects the situation as of July 2026.

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