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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that as of July 23, 2026, the United States has confirmed 2,318 measles cases in 2026, surpassing the total of 2,289 cases recorded for the entire year of 2025. The cases have been reported from across most of the country, indicating a widespread outbreak. This marks a significant increase in measles incidence, highlighting ongoing public health challenges related to vaccination coverage and disease containment.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that the number of measles cases in 2026 has officially exceeded the total for the previous year.
As of July 23, 2026, the CDC has confirmed 2,318 new measles cases across most of the United States. This figure surpasses the 2,289 total cases recorded in 2025.
Key details:
- 2026 case count: 2,318 confirmed cases (as of July 23)
- 2025 total: 2,289 cases
- Geographic scope: Cases reported from most of the country
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US measles cases in 2026 exceed all of 2025 by July