HealthUS health authorities report 178 more measles cases amid outbreak

Federal health authorities reported 178 additional measles cases this week. The CDC has recorded 4,588 cases nationwide in 2026, more than twice the 2025 total, across at least 43 outbreaks. Pennsylvania reported 1,338 cases and five associated deaths, with a sixth under investigation. The report also notes scrutiny of the CDC’s death counts and recent changes to vaccine-injury reporting.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-10-24 12:00Original