Confirmed cases of measles in the United States this year have doubled compared to last year Xinhua News Agency, Los Angeles, October 30 The latest data released by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the 30th shows that 4,852 confirmed cases of measles have been reported in the US so far in 2026, more than double the total number of cases in 2025. of the US public health system. Data show that since the beginning of this year, a total of 4,834 measles cases have been reported in 47 states and territories in the United States, and 18 cases involved international travel. 511 patients were hospitalized, which is about 11% of the total number of confirmed cases. About 96% of the confirmed cases were not vaccinated against measles or their vaccination status is unknown. In 2025, 2,289 confirmed cases of measles were reported in the United States. Relying on the opinions of public health experts, the American Consumer and Business Channel reported that the recovery in measles epidemics reflects the serious challenges facing the public health system in the United States, including a decrease in vaccination rates and a decrease in public trust in health institutions. These problems could cause the United States to face greater difficulties in responding to future infectious disease threats.

Confirmed cases of measles in the United States this year have doubled compared to last year Xinhua News Agency, Los Angeles, October 30 The latest data released by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the 30th shows that 4,852 confirmed cases of measles have been reported in the US so far in 2026, more than double the total number of cases in 2025. of the US public health system. Data show that since the beginning of this year, a total of 4,834 measles cases have been reported in 47 states and territories in the United States, and 18 cases involved international travel. 511 patients were hospitalized, which is about 11% of the total number of confirmed cases. About 96% of the confirmed cases were not vaccinated against measles or their vaccination status is unknown. In 2025, 2,289 confirmed cases of measles were reported in the United States. Relying on the opinions of public health experts, the American Consumer and Business Channel reported that the recovery in measles epidemics reflects the serious challenges facing the public health system in the United States, including a decrease in vaccination rates and a decrease in public trust in health institutions. These problems could cause the United States to face greater difficulties in responding to future infectious disease threats.