Measles Cases Surge in U.S. as Outbreaks Spread Across States
Measles cases are surging in the United States, with several regions reporting alarming infection rates. The CDC has confirmed 1,544 cases this year, mostly due to domestic outbreaks. Minnesota, Michigan, California, Illinois, Utah, and Arizona are among the hardest hit, with Utah and Arizona experiencing one of the largest outbreaks of 2025.
Vaccination rates for childhood vaccines, including the MMR, have been declining since 2019, contributing to the current measles surge. In Minnesota, 18 cases have been confirmed this year, with one child hospitalized. The outbreak is spreading quickly, with 10 new cases reported since Monday. Most cases are among unvaccinated families who recently traveled within the U.S. The outbreak in Minnesota is connected to Arizona's, with cases in towns straddling the state line. Arizona is grappling with a large outbreak, with 59 cases confirmed and one hospitalization. Utah has identified 44 cases, with five hospitalizations. A massive measles outbreak in West Texas, linked to the Minnesota cases, has resulted in 762 cases and two deaths. The U.S. is at risk of losing its measles elimination status if outbreaks continue until the end of January.
The CDC has confirmed that only 21 measles cases this year were imported from other countries, indicating that the current outbreaks are primarily due to domestic factors. Health officials urge vaccination to prevent further spread and protect the U.S. from losing its measles elimination status.
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