Measles

Health January 19

Measles outbreak reaches a major South Carolina college campus

Measles outbreak reaches Clemson University as South Carolina reports 558 confirmed cases. Student isolated as health officials conduct contact tracing.

Measles January 6

Measles outbreak explodes in South Carolina; multiple people hospitalized as cases surpass 200

South Carolina reported 26 new measles cases since Friday, bringing the total number of cases in the latest outbreak to 211. Some people were exposed in schools or churches.

Travel January 6

Measles cases confirmed at four major US airports across country amid peak holiday travel

Health officials confirmed measles exposure at four major airports as the CDC reported over 2,000 cases nationwide this year, prompting urgent public advisories.

Travel December 30

World's most contagious virus detected at two major US airports amid holiday traffic

A case of measles was detected at Newark airport in New Jersey during holiday travel — and at Logan in Boston. Health officials urge travelers to contact healthcare providers as needed.

Measles December 11

Major measles outbreak leads to hundreds quarantined in US county, officials say

A South Carolina measles outbreak reaches 111 cases in Spartanburg County, with 254 quarantined. Health officials urge vaccination as the best way to prevent spread.

Health October 8

Vaccine debate heats up as officials weigh splitting combined MMR into single doses

Medical experts and vaccine maker Merck reject HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill's suggestion to split the MMR vaccine into individual measles, mumps and rubella shots.

Health August 19

Largest measles outbreak in US is officially over, health officials say

The Texas health department has declared the end of the measles outbreak after 42 days without new case, with officials urging continued vigilance as global outbreaks pose future risks.

Measles July 9

US measles cases hit highest level in more than 30 years, CDC data shows

There are 1,288 measles cases throughout 38 U.S. states so far this year, which is the most since 1992, according to new data from the CDC released this week.

Health May 29

Measles cases continue to climb ahead of summer travel: Get the latest numbers

Amid the ongoing U.S. measles outbreak, get the breakdown of how many cases have been reported by state. The vast majority have been confirmed in West Texas.

Health May 16

Measles exposure warning issued for Newark Airport as officials urge vaccination

Newark Airport travelers have been warned of potential measles exposure after a case was confirmed in a recent passenger. NJDOH releases a statement urging vaccination.