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“U.S. loses measles elimination status as cases surge nationwide”

“The United States has lost its official measles elimination status for the first time in 26 years. Here’s what to know.”

The United States has lost its measles elimination status after rising cases this year.

Key points

  • PAHO/WHO decision confirms U.S. lost measles elimination status this year.
  • U.S. has recorded 5,412 measles cases in 2026, over double 2025.
  • CDC reports about 590 hospitalizations and at least six deaths linked to measles this year.
  • Largest outbreak in Pennsylvania with over 1,500 cases and seven deaths.
  • Measles confirmed in 45 states and Washington, D.C.; vaccination gaps cited as cause.
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    The United States has lost its measles elimination status.

    PAHO finds 12 months of continuous transmission, ending 26 years without sustained spread.

    SourcesThe Wall Street Journal00:30 UTCReuters00:55 UTCThe West Australian01:11 UTCCNN01:22 UTCMyJoyOnline.com01:49 UTCMint02:05 UTCVG03:04 UTCTBS NEWS DIG03:56 UTCand 32 more
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    The United States has lost its measles elimination status.

    PAHO finds 12 months of continuous transmission, ending 26 years without sustained spread.
    SourcesThe Wall Street Journal00:30 UTCReuters00:55 UTCThe West Australian01:11 UTCCNN01:22 UTCMyJoyOnline.com01:49 UTCMint02:05 UTCVG03:04 UTCTBS NEWS DIG03:56 UTCand 32 more