An ongoing measles outbreak at the Arizona-Utah border faces challenges as a suspected case in Salt Lake City refuses to cooperate with health officials. Over 150 cases reported amid low vaccination rates.
Minnesota is facing a troubling increase in measles cases, particularly among unvaccinated children. With 20 confirmed infections linked to unvaccinated adults, health officials stress the importance of the MMR vaccine to combat this alarming outbreak.
Low levels of the measles virus were detected in Oswego County's wastewater, raising health concerns. While no cases have been reported, officials urge everyone to check vaccination status.
A 4-year-old unvaccinated child linked to a measles case in Cook County passed through O'Hare Airport, raising alarms for travelers. Health officials urge people to check vaccination status and get MMR shots.
A school-aged child in Los Angeles County has died from a rare complication linked to a past measles infection. Health officials stress the importance of vaccinations to prevent such tragedies.
In a startling development, Alabama has reported its first measles case in over two decades. A child under five contracted the virus while traveling abroad. Health officials urge parents to ensure vaccinations are up to date to prevent further outbreaks.
A new measles case has been confirmed in Colorado, marking the 17th case this year. The hospitalized child, unvaccinated, traveled to Mexico where an outbreak is ongoing. Health officials urge vaccinations to protect against this highly contagious virus.
Public Health officials in Central Texas have found traces of the measles virus in Austin-Travis County wastewater, prompting urgent vaccination reminders. With two recent cases linked to travel, the community is at risk without proper immunization.
A person in northern Arizona has died from bubonic plague, highlighting the rarity of this disease today. Local health officials confirm the patient was treated but did not survive. Investigations are ongoing.
The U.S. is witnessing the highest measles cases since 2000, with 1,267 confirmed cases this year. Experts warn of declining vaccination rates and the potential return of endemic measles.
