U.S. measles cases top 4,000, far surpassing 2025 total, CDC says
Summary
The U.S. has reported over 4,000 confirmed measles cases in 2026, exceeding last year’s total of 2,289 cases. Most states and Washington, D.C., have reported cases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).Key Facts
- As of Thursday, the CDC confirmed 4,080 measles cases in the U.S. in 2026.
- This number surpasses the total measles cases in 2025 (2,289 cases).
- Last year had the highest measles cases in 30 years before this increase.
- Measles is a contagious disease that spreads easily between people.
- Most U.S. states and Washington, D.C. have reported cases this year.
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