Measles

Measles is spreading in Virginia, with nearly 170 cases reported statewide as of Tuesday. The outbreak highlights ongoing public health concerns in the region.

The Catfeine Cat Cafe in Murfreesboro, Tenn., warned guests that a measles-infected individual may have visited on June 29 or 30 between 1:00-5:00 p.m., urging them to monitor symptoms until July 21, 2026. The CDC notes measles symptoms include high fever, cough, and a rash, with potential complications like pneumonia and encephalitis. The cafe emphasized the virus does not remain on surfaces and that cats are not at risk.

Health officials confirmed a measles case in a Larimer County teenager who had not received the MMR vaccine. The individual was likely exposed during recent travel abroad.

Two new measles cases have been reported in Chester County, Pennsylvania, as part of a regional outbreak affecting multiple counties with 77 cases since late April. Declining vaccination rates are contributing to increased vulnerability, with Pennsylvania recording 89 cases in 2026 compared to 16 in 2025 and 6 in 2024. The Chester County Health Department is implementing contact tracing and quarantine protocols.

Dr. Debra Houry, who resigned from the health agency, criticized RFK Jr.'s response to measles as lacking scientific basis and highlighted the impact of misinformation. The article notes the spread of misinformation affected lives.

Aid groups warn Venezuela's healthcare system is nearing collapse after earthquakes, with damaged hospitals overwhelmed by injuries and infectious diseases. The government reports a sharp decline in official rescues, while displaced people face food shortages and unsanitary conditions, increasing disease risks.

Aid workers warn that Venezuela's healthcare system is overwhelmed after two powerful earthquakes, with damaged hospitals and displaced populations facing risks of infectious diseases. Over 1,700 deaths have been reported, and more than 15,800 people are displaced, with many lacking adequate shelter, food, and medical care.

Pennsylvania has confirmed 84 measles cases this year, with 72 linked to an outbreak in Lebanon and Lancaster counties since late April. Health officials are prioritizing vaccination and contact tracing to contain the spread, particularly among unvaccinated individuals. Complications from the disease, including hospitalizations for organ dysfunction and infections, have been reported.

Virginia health officials have expanded the measles outbreak to include Cumberland County due to recent evidence of 'community transmission.'

Los Angeles County health officials are investigating a confirmed measles case involving a person who was infectious while traveling through Hollywood Burbank Airport and a nearby rental car facility. The disease is described as the world's most contagious.

Los Angeles County health officials are investigating a confirmed measles case in a person who was infectious at Hollywood Burbank Airport and another location. This marks the seventh measles case reported in L.A. County in 2026, with individuals potentially exposed at Gate A4 on June 17.

Los Angeles County health officials reported a seventh measles case this year, linked to a traveler at Burbank Airport on June 17. People at Southwest Airlines Flight 4245 Gate A4 and Thrifty Rental Car Service during specified times may have been exposed. Symptoms could appear up to three weeks post-exposure, and the MMR vaccine is recommended for prevention.

Chicago health officials have issued a warning about possible measles exposure at O'Hare International Airport following a confirmed case in an international traveler who arrived on June 17. The Chicago Department of Public Health is investigating the incident.

A person who traveled through Chicago O'Hare International Airport tested positive for measles, prompting a warning from the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH). Travelers at the airport may have been exposed to the disease.

A confirmed measles case at O'Hare Airport's Terminal 5 on June 17 between 5:50 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. has prompted public health warnings. The Chicago Department of Public Health advises those exposed to monitor for symptoms and seek medical guidance, emphasizing vaccination for unvaccinated individuals within 72 hours of exposure.

Chicago health officials are investigating a possible measles exposure at O’Hare International Airport’s Terminal 5 on June 17, linked to a confirmed case in an international traveler. The city is collaborating with state and federal agencies to notify potentially exposed individuals and emphasize vaccination as a preventive measure. A similar exposure was reported at the same terminal in March.

State lawmakers in Virginia seek to cover the cost of demolishing the Richmond Coliseum. Additional headlines include updates on a firearm industry accountability law, rising measles cases, and funding challenges for a middle school technical workforce program.

Measles cases in the U.S. have surged, prompting Massachusetts legislators to consider a bill eliminating religious exemptions for school vaccine requirements. The bill, H.2554, advanced through key committees earlier this session than in previous years and has 70% public support, though its final passage remains uncertain.

Virginia health officials are urging residents to ensure measles protection as cases rise, with 129 cases reported and 95% of those infected being unvaccinated.

Vaccine uptake has declined in Brazil and South Africa over the last decade, reversing gains in protecting children against diseases like measles, polio, diphtheria, and whooping cough. The article highlights that vaccine hesitancy in these regions cannot be attributed to a single factor.

A confirmed measles case was identified in a Maryland resident who traveled through Dulles Airport and visited an urgent care clinic in Washington, D.C. on June 17. Health officials from the District, Maryland, and Virginia issued warnings, urging potential exposures to contact providers and isolate if symptomatic. This marks Maryland's fourth measles case of 2024.

Utah's measles outbreak has slowed, but health officials warn of a potential fall surge due to the start of school and colder weather. Over 680 cases have been reported since June 2025, with the disease spreading across 22 counties, particularly in areas with low vaccination rates. The measles vaccine is 97% effective, but Utah's statewide vaccination rate of 87.2% remains below the 95% threshold needed to prevent outbreaks.

Utah has battled measles outbreaks for a year, with over 680 cases reported since June 2025. The disease spread across 22 of 29 counties, fueled by low vaccination rates, particularly in rural areas like Daggett, Duchesne, and Uintah counties. Measles remains contagious, with concerns of resurgence during colder months and school reopenings.

Utah has battled a measles outbreak for a year, with over 680 cases reported since June 2025, affecting 22 of 29 counties. The spread has been driven by undervaccinated communities, particularly in the southwestern and rural northeast regions, where vaccination rates have dropped below the 95% threshold needed to prevent outbreaks.

Utah has spent the past year fighting measles outbreaks in almost every county with no clear end in sight.

Utah has battled measles outbreaks for a year, with over 680 cases reported since June 2025. The disease spread across 22 of 29 counties, fueled by low vaccination rates, particularly in rural areas like Daggett, Duchesne, and Uintah counties. Health officials warn that falling vaccination rates and seasonal factors could lead to further surges.

Utah has battled measles outbreaks for a year, with over 680 cases reported since June 2025. The disease spread across 22 of 29 counties, fueled by low vaccination rates, particularly in the TriCounty region. Health officials warn of potential surges during colder weather and开学, despite the vaccine being 97% effective after two doses.

Utah has battled measles outbreaks for a year, with over 680 cases reported since June 2025, affecting 22 of 29 counties. Low vaccination rates, particularly in the TriCounty region, have hindered containment, and health officials warn of potential surges amid school reopenings and cold weather.

A measles-infected traveler may have exposed passengers at Los Angeles International Airport and guests at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport Hotel after arriving on Cathay Pacific Flight CX 884 on June 11. Health officials warn of increased risk during summer travel and FIFA World Cup events, with the case marking the sixth measles infection in Los Angeles County this year.

Los Angeles County health officials are warning about possible measles exposure at LAX and two other locations. The case was confirmed in a traveler who was infectious at the airport, another location, and healthcare settings. The traveler arrived on a flight but specific details are not provided.

Two wastewater samples from Delaware County's DELCORA Western Regional Treatment Plant tested positive for measles, but no confirmed cases have been identified. The plant serves about 500,000 people and participates in Stanford University's WasterwaterSCAN project. The first detection was on June 9, with a second on June 11, and health departments are monitoring the situation.

A measles-infected individual passed through San Francisco International Airport and two San Jose grocery stores, prompting a health alert. The person, from Santa Clara County, was infectious at the airport between 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Thursday.

A surge in measles cases in Utah has raised concerns that the US may reverse decades of progress toward eliminating the disease.

The L.A. County Department of Health is testing wastewater from SoFi Stadium before, during, and after matches to monitor for viruses, using syndromic-surveillance systems developed during the pandemic. This effort is part of preparations for the World Cup amid concerns about Ebola, measles, and hantavirus.

A measles surge in Utah has raised concerns that the US might reverse decades of progress and risk losing its elimination status for the disease. The outbreak highlights fears of public health setbacks due to declining vaccination rates or other factors.

A Santa Clara County resident infected with measles visited multiple Bay Area locations while infectious, prompting health officials to issue a warning.

Santa Clara County health officials are warning of potential measles exposure at San Francisco International Airport's international terminal and two businesses in San Jose. The alert follows reports of an infectious measles carrier likely visiting these locations.

Santa Clara County health officials are warning of potential measles exposure at San Francisco International Airport's international terminal and two San Jose businesses. An infectious measles carrier is believed to have visited these locations.

A Santa Clara County resident has been confirmed to have measles, prompting public health warnings about exposure at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and local locations. The individual visited public places while contagious on June 8, according to the county's health department.

Two children have died from measles, with over 700 people infected this year as vaccination rates decline and cases increase. The surge in infections is linked to dropping vaccination rates.