Graph showing rising measles cases in the United States

US reports 4,588 measles cases amid ongoing outbreak in 2026

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a total of 4,588 measles cases across the United States in 2026, marking more than double the number of cases recorded in 2025. This update comes amid a continuing outbreak, with an additional 178 cases recently reported by health authorities.

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