Reported cases of measles in the United States have hit their highest level in 35 years, according to the latest numbers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The number of measles cases in 2026 officially passed last year’s record.According to the latest CDC data, there have been 2,318 cases so far in 2026 — nearly 30 more cases than…

2026 has become the worst year for measles since 1991

The U.S. has surpassed 2025’s record for measles cases, with five months left in 2026

The U.S. logged 2,318 measles cases in the first seven months of this year, up from the total of 2,289 last year, according to the CDC.