Monitor measles cases, outbreaks, and vaccination statistics across the United States.
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Measles, a highly infectious disease, is causing quite a stir in the United States with cases skyrocketing. Here's the lowdown on the situation.
Need the hard facts? NBC News is keeping tabs on measles cases across the nation, gathering data from state health departments. They update this information every Tuesday and Friday.
Why the surge in measles this year? It's a combination of factors.
First, vaccination rates are plummeting, particularly among school-going kids. As a consequence, herd immunity - the protection offered to those who can't get vaccinated, like infants - is being eroded, paving the way for outbreaks. In fact, an alarming 96% of cases involve unvaccinated individuals or those of unknown vaccination status.
Second, measles is a beast when it comes to contagiousness. It spreads through the air and survives on surfaces for up to two hours.
Lastly, we're witnessing outbreak clusters that are amplifying the spread of the disease. The largest outbreak so far, originating in Gaines County, Texas, has infected over 650 people across Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.
Want more details? Check out the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) MMWR reports for the latest intelligence. As of May 3, 2025, a whopping 935 cases have been reported in 29 states, with six outbreaks (three or more linked cases) in Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, New Mexico, Ohio, and Texas.
Looking for real-time monitoring? Dive into the CDC’s measles case tracker or consult advisories from state health departments in outbreak areas for the most accurate information. Remember, knowledge is power, so stay informed to protect yourself and your community!
- NBC News updates the data on measles cases across the nation, gathered from state health departments, every Tuesday and Friday.
- The alarming 96% of measles cases involve unvaccinated individuals or those of unknown vaccination status, and this is contributing to the erosion of herd immunity.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) MMWR reports provide the latest intelligence on the current spread of measles, with 935 cases reported in 29 states as of May 3, 2025.
- For real-time monitoring of measles cases or advisories from state health departments in outbreak areas, one can consult the CDC’s measles case tracker or their local health and wellness websites related to medical-conditions and science.
