America faces worst measles outbreak since 1992 with low-vaccinated Texas at the epicenter
BY ASHLEY LUTZ AND FORTUNE INTELLIGENCE
July 8, 2025
Some free measles vaccine clinics in Texas are closing due to federal funding cuts
April 2, 2025
The CDC's count is 14 more than 2019, when America almost lost its status of having eliminated the vaccine-preventable illness.
America faces worst measles outbreak since 1992 with low-vaccinated Texas at the epicenter
BY ASHLEY LUTZ AND FORTUNE INTELLIGENCE
July 8, 2025
Some free measles vaccine clinics in Texas are closing due to federal funding cuts
April 2, 2025

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2025 was the worst year for measles in America in over three decades

More than 2,300 cases reported in 2026 as health officials warn of a preventable crisis

The sharp rise in cases comes amid a decadeslong decline in childhood vaccination rates.

Last year was the worst year for measles in more than three decades.

Scientists warn that falling vaccination rates leave vulnerable groups such as young children more exposed to disease.