Measles Outbreak
Coverage of Measles Outbreak in the Nexus archive.
- Health advisory issued in Buckingham amid measles outbreak
Virginia health officials have reported over 100 measles cases in 2026, primarily linked to an outbreak in Buckingham County. Residents are advised to avoid gatherings in the area due to the health advisory.
- Dem who vows to impeach RFK Jr clinches nomination in key Senate race to
Dr. Annie Andrews, a South Carolina pediatrician, won the Democratic primary to challenge Sen. Lindsey Graham in the Senate race. She has vowed to lead efforts to impeach Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., citing concerns over his role in the anti-vaccine movement and measles outbreaks.
- Dem who vows to impeach RFK Jr clinches nomination in key Senate race to
Dr. Annie Andrews, a pediatrician, won a three-way primary in South Carolina to challenge Sen. Lindsey Graham in the Senate race. Andrews has vowed to 'lead the charge to impeach and remove RFK Jr.' and criticized his role in the anti-vaccine movement, linking it to measles outbreaks. The article notes South Carolina has not elected a Democrat to the Senate since the 1990s.
- Anguished Parents, Crying Doctors: Life Amid Utah’s Measles Outbreak
Utah is experiencing a measles outbreak that has distressed parents and doctors, highlighting a resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases in America. The situation reflects an adaptation to a new reality where such diseases are becoming common again.
- More than 500 people have died in Bangladesh measles outbreak
Bangladesh is experiencing a measles outbreak that has resulted in over 500 deaths, primarily among children. The government is intensifying vaccination efforts to contain the crisis.
- More than 500 children have died in an outbreak that the world is virtually ignoring
A measles outbreak in Bangladesh has resulted in 528 child deaths as of Sunday, with global attention being largely absent. The article questions the outbreak's origins and Bangladesh's response to the crisis.
- South Carolina’s measles outbreak declared over
South Carolina's measles outbreak has been officially declared over, marking the end of the public health emergency. The state confirmed no new cases, leading authorities to announce the resolution of the outbreak.
- Senate grills RFK Jr. over measles outbreak, vaccines
The U.S. Senate is questioning Robert F. Kennedy Jr. regarding his role in a recent measles outbreak and his stance on vaccines. The hearing focuses on his advocacy against vaccine mandates and its potential impact on public health.
- Cassidy hammers RFK Jr. on abortion drugs, vaccine-preventable deaths
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) criticized HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during a congressional hearing, questioning his plans to address abortion pills and the U.S. measles outbreak. Cassidy highlighted concerns over the former requirement for abortion pills and vaccine-preventable diseases.
- RFK Jr faces intense questions in US Senate on measles and flu deaths
Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense Senate questioning over his handling of the measles outbreak and vaccine misinformation. Senator Ron Wyden criticized Kennedy for undermining public trust in vaccines and avoiding responsibility for promoting life-saving immunizations.
- RFK Jr. Defends Vaccine Policies, Handling of Measles Outbreak
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as Health and Human Services Secretary, faced intense questioning during a health department budget hearing about his vaccine skepticism and the nation's worst measles outbreak in decades. The hearing highlighted concerns over his policies and the handling of the outbreak.
- RFK Jr accused of ‘dangerous conspiracy theories’ at heated budget hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a Trump ally and controversial health secretary, faced criticism during a House Ways and Means Committee hearing over his vaccine policies, public health decisions, and funding cuts. Lawmakers accused him of promoting 'dangerous conspiracy theories' amid a major measles outbreak.
- Too young for the MMR shot, babies become ‘sitting ducks’ in measles outbreaks
A measles outbreak in South Carolina has left infants vulnerable due to their inability to receive the MMR vaccine before 6 months. Low vaccination rates have eroded herd immunity, leading to over 1,000 cases and threatening the U.S.'s measles-free status. Healthcare providers are administering early MMR doses to protect young children.