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Tracking measles in Minnesota
As of November 12, 2026, 5,412 confirmed measles cases were reported across the United States in 2026.
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CDC reports six measles deaths in 2026 as US battles worst outbreak in 35 years
The United States faces its worst measles outbreak in 35 years, with six reported deaths according to recent public health data.
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History of measles cases in US as meeting could decide elimination status
CDC Director Mandy Cohen tells Reuters the agency will maintain its measles response regardless of whether the U.S. loses its elimination status at a key advisory meeting this week.
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US could lose measles-free status soon as RFK Jr’s pushes anti-vaccine agenda
The United States faces potential loss of measles elimination status amid declining vaccination rates and political pressure from RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine advocacy.
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U.S. on verge of losing measles-free status and Democrats brace for Stephen Miller clashes: Morning Rundown
The United States faces losing its measles-free status as the disease reaches endemic levels, while Democrats prepare for confrontations with Stephen Miller.
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America defeated measles in 2000. Vaccine opposition brought it roaring back.
The United States risks losing its measles-free designation as vaccine opposition fuels a resurgence of the disease eliminated in 2000.
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SC ranks 2nd highest in country for flu activity, CDC data shows
South Carolina registers the nation's second-highest flu activity level as CDC data confirms a sharp surge in cases across the state.
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CDC chief says agency will not change measles response if US loses elimination status
CDC director affirms vaccine-backed measles strategy as US deaths mount and elimination status faces review
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America’s Measles Problem Has Reached Endemic Level
The United States faces losing its measles elimination status as vaccine opposition drives a resurgence of the disease declared defeated in 2000.
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Indiana is fighting a surge in measles as cases spike to 145
Indiana has confirmed 145 measles cases across 21 counties in 2026, the highest count in years, as health officials warn of declining vaccine confidence.
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Upcoming meeting could determine if US loses its measles elimination status
A critical meeting looms that could strip the United States of its measles elimination status as outbreaks spread nationwide.
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Flu, other respiratory illnesses lead hospital system to temporarily restrict visitors
Prisma Health temporarily barred children 15 and younger from visiting patients at its South Carolina hospitals Tuesday as the state reports some of the nation's highest flu activity levels.
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A defining moment for RFK Jr.
A critical CDC meeting looms as measles spreads across multiple states, threatening America's elimination status and testing RFK Jr.'s health leadership.
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Her Death From Dengue May Signal That the Disease Is Here to Stay
Florida's dengue outbreak has reached at least 252 locally acquired cases this year, the largest in a U.S. state in decades, with one death reported in Tampa.
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Does an early flu season mean a bad flu season?
Flu season has arrived weeks early across multiple U.S. regions with influenza A(H1N1)pdm09 leading national cases, driving a 42% jump in emergency department visits in one week.
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It’s not too late to get it: what to know about getting the flu vaccine this year
Health officials across multiple states are urging flu vaccinations before Thanksgiving as respiratory viruses begin to increase and 74% of Americans plan holiday gatherings.
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An 11-Day-Old Baby Couldn’t Stop Bleeding. For Hours, the ER Didn’t Provide a Critical Vitamin Shot.
Two new studies reveal a 347% increase in infant bleeding episodes as a growing number of parents reject the routine newborn vitamin K shot.
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CDC reports more than 5,000 measles cases, highest number in 35 years
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A once almost-forgotten disease is spiking in the US. See latest numbers
Pennsylvania's measles outbreak has surpassed 1,500 cases and six deaths, driving targeted health outreach.
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US measles cases surpass 5,000 with infections confirmed in 45 states, CDC data shows
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Wisconsin reports its first measles death in decades, the third in the U.S. this week
An infant in Wisconsin has died from measles, the state's first measles death since 1990 and the third U.S. measles-related death reported this week.
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The latest Ebola outbreak could be the worst ever
Congo's Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has surpassed 11,000 cases, becoming the country's deadliest Ebola epidemic on record.
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Lewis County measles death: Baby boy was unvaccinated, NYT reports
New York reports its first measles death in thirty years following a child's passing in Lewis County.
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Another child dies of measles as CDC reportedly holds up health alert
New York reports its first measles-associated death in over three decades following the passing of an unvaccinated baby boy in Lewis County.
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Child in New York dies after contracting measles, governor says
A child has died in Lewis County, marking New York's first measles-related death in over 30 years amid an ongoing outbreak in Upstate New York.
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These superbugs pose the biggest threat to Americans, CDC says
Recent reports from the CDC highlight millions of antimicrobial resistance infections, prompting urgent public health discussions.
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Flu’s Back Way Sooner Than Normal. Here’s What to Know.
Health officials warn of an unusually early flu season across the US, marked by a surge in pediatric cases and rising hospitalization rates.
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Weekly US Influenza Surveillance Report: Key Updates for Week 42, ending October 24, 2026 | FluView
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As a historic measles outbreak hits Pennsylvania Amish country, more show openness to vaccines
A historic measles outbreak in Pennsylvania Amish country has led to over 1,400 cases and a shift toward vaccine openness in the region.
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Deadly disease sparks new CDC rule for US-bound flyers as major airlines seek delay
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These 4 germs are becoming an urgent threat, and they resist treatment
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CDC warns of rising threat of drug-resistant germs, which kill 50,000 people per year
The CDC has issued a warning regarding the rising threat of drug-resistant superbugs, which now cause 50,000 deaths annually in the United States.
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C.D.C. Ignored Request From States to Validate a New Measles Test
Federal health authorities face scrutiny after declining requests from states for assistance with a high-volume measles test.
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U.S. measles cases more than double what they were last year as outbreak spreads
U.S. measles cases top 4,500, more than double last year, with Pennsylvania accounting for a third of infections.
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Should you get a flu shot now? What we know about this year's dominant virus
Early flu season trends across multiple regions spark questions over dominant strains and vaccination timing.
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US CDC says measles cases rise to 4,588 as outbreak continues
US measles cases have surged to 4,588 as an ongoing outbreak drives infection rates to more than double the previous year's total.
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New Florida counties report dengue cases as statewide total passes 400
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CDC denies approval for high-volume measles test, citing ‘other priorities’
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CDC ignored request from WA, California to validate a new measles test
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Experts alarmed by ‘less transparent’ CDC as US measles deaths rise
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Africa CDC calls an Ebola crisis summit as Nigeria records its first case
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Changes to hepatitis B vaccine recommendations could leave millions of children vulnerable: Study
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US health agency confirms third measles-related death this year
US health authorities confirm a third measles fatality this year as Pennsylvania raises alarms regarding congenital cases.
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Pennsylvania warns of rise in congenital measles and infection during pregnancy
Pennsylvania faces a rising measles toll as state health officials report 1,317 cases and new risks to pregnancies.
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Pennsylvania issues alert on congenital measles—something US hasn’t seen for decades
Pennsylvania issues warnings to doctors regarding congenital measles as state cases climb past 1,300 and national totals grow.
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RFK Jr. blames measles outbreak on this shocking reason while citing a familiar foe
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CDC lags in hiring behind other health agencies after DOGE cuts, union says
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CDC is sending a ‘disease detective’ to help stop deadly measles outbreak in Pennsylvania
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Deadly, brain-liquifying fungus is on the rise in the US
A deadly, rare brain-infecting fungus is rising across the United States, prompting warnings from health officials.
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How a Controversial Hepatitis B Study Was Funded by the CDC Amid a Global Swirl of Criticism
The CDC's renewal of a Guinea-Bissau vaccine trial sparks controversy amid an Africa-wide pushback against US health and aid agendas.
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Pennsylvania doctors are seeing what measles can do to previously healthy, unvaccinated kids
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Senate Republican knocks Trump administration on measles surge: ‘Get vaccinated, you don’t die’
Senate Republican Bill Cassidy publicly rebukes the Trump administration amid a rising measles surge, demanding vaccination and CDC answers.
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Measles case reported in Huntsville
Health agencies report a growing nationwide measles outbreak alongside a confirmed case involving an international traveler in Huntsville.
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Pennsylvania announces sixth death in measles outbreak as case numbers rise
Pennsylvania faces a growing measles outbreak with a sixth death reported and federal intervention underway.
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Opinion | Trump administration’s abuse of Africa continues with vaccine study
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What is shigellosis? Stomach bug spreads during sex and is growing more resistant
Health coverage highlights a spreading, drug-resistant stomach bug transmitted sexually across the United States.
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Outrage grows as CDC reportedly poised to fund "unethical" vaccine trial
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Russia’s Biolab Accusations Have Come Home
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Controversial vaccine trial touted by RFK Jr gets go-ahead in Guinea-Bissau
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RFK Jr. still eager to fund vaccine trial that would expose babies to deadly virus
A controversial vaccine trial touted by RFK Jr receives authorization and funding preparations in Guinea-Bissau.