HealthUS measles surge reaches highest level since 1991

The United States has recorded 4,080 confirmed measles cases in 2026 as of October 8, the highest annual total since 1991, amid 42 outbreaks across 47 jurisdictions. A total of 414 patients have been hospitalized, and unvaccinated people account for 95% of cases. Pennsylvania reported 1,136 cases and five deaths, while New York declared a statewide disaster emergency and expanded testing and vaccination access.

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