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Medical workers assess a small child with measles. The child is inside a car.

The U.S. has already surpassed last year’s number of measles cases. Here’s what’s driving the surge.

by Barbara Rodriguez, The 19th July 30, 2026July 30, 2026

New data shows the resurgence is being fueled by falling childhood vaccination rates, misinformation and outbreaks concentrated among unvaccinated people.

A man, Deep Sankar Dasgupta, holding his 3-year-old daughter, while she smiles at the camera.

Infectious disease

Doctors warn of a deadly complication from measles outbreaks

by Rae Ellen Bichell, KFF Health News March 18, 2026March 18, 2026

Illustration of a blue outline of a child against a pale blue background covered in spots

The U.S. could lose its measles elimination status. Here’s what that means.

by Aisha Abdullah July 25, 2025January 21, 2026

A doctor places a stethoscope on a child's heart. The child is laying down and has a rash all over his body.

No, vitamin A does not prevent measles

by Valeria Ricciulli March 6, 2025March 11, 2025

Against a purple background, a white sketch shows the outline of a child rolling up their sleeve to reveal a bandage on their arm, indicating that the child has been vaccinated against measles.

Measles cases are rising—here’s how to protect your family

by Ro White February 26, 2025January 21, 2026

Two mothers sit on a couch with two children.

Why kids need routine vaccines

by Ro White October 18, 2024October 18, 2024

An outline of the U.S. filled with people is against a blue background.

How we can prepare for future public health emergencies

by Ro White April 10, 2024April 18, 2024