Measles cases in the U.S. have reached a record high, exceeding the 2019 peak and marking the worst outbreak since the 1990s. The current surge, primarily driven by a large outbreak spanning Texas and neighboring states, surpasses the size of any single outbreak since measles elimination was declared in 2000. At least 935 cases have been reported nationally, with a significant portion linked to the Texas outbreak, and the true number is likely higher due to underreporting. While the rate of new cases in Texas appears to be slowing, officials warn it’s too early to declare the outbreak over.
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A measles outbreak in western Texas, fueled by vaccine hesitancy, has prompted a controversial statement from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who now heads the Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy falsely claimed the MMR vaccine contains “aborted fetus debris,” a claim refuted by medical experts. This statement follows Kennedy’s history of spreading vaccine misinformation and his recent appointment, raising concerns about the erosion of public trust in vaccines. His administration plans to implement new, potentially unethical vaccine testing requirements, which could significantly delay vaccine development.
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Measles cases in Texas have surged to a staggering 663, according to the state health department. This alarming increase represents a dramatic escalation of the outbreak, with the number of reported cases climbing rapidly in recent days. The situation underscores the urgent need for increased vaccination rates and highlights the devastating consequences of vaccine hesitancy.
The rapid rise in cases is deeply concerning, with updates revealing significant daily increases. Just a few days ago, the reported number of cases jumped by 27, followed by another 36-case surge earlier in the week. Even the most recent updates show a continuing influx of new cases, fueling anxieties about the overall spread and potential for further contagion.… Continue reading
Canada is experiencing its largest measles outbreak since 1998, driven largely by low vaccination rates among affected individuals. Over 90% of cases involve those unvaccinated or with unknown vaccination status, with approximately 9% requiring hospitalization. Health officials are urging Manitobans to check their immunization records and utilize readily available vaccines. National Immunization Awareness Week emphasizes the continued importance of vaccination in preventing further spread.
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Measles cases have surged to 884 across 29 states in 2025, fueled by a growing anti-vaccine sentiment echoing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s views. This increase includes outbreaks in at least six states, with Texas reporting the majority of cases. Tragically, three deaths, including two children, have been attributed to the disease—the first measles-related deaths in over a decade. The low vaccination rate among those infected (only 2 percent received the recommended MMR vaccine) underscores the severity of the situation and aligns with predictions of a potential measles resurgence.
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Alberta is experiencing its worst measles outbreak in nearly 30 years, with 129 confirmed cases surpassing the previous high of 123 in 2000. This surge, attributed to declining vaccination rates, has prompted alarm among health experts and renewed calls for stronger government messaging. Former Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Mark Joffe described measles as a severe illness with potentially fatal complications, emphasizing the need for increased vaccination. Doctors urge the province to implement widespread immunization clinics and improve public health communication to curb the outbreak’s continued spread.
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A new Stanford University study models the impact of declining US childhood vaccination rates, predicting a high probability (83%) of measles re-emerging as an endemic disease within the next two decades. This could result in over 850,000 cases, 170,000 hospitalizations, and 2,500 deaths over 25 years based on current vaccination coverage. The model considered state-level vaccination rates, demographics, and disease characteristics, highlighting measles’ high contagiousness. Continued low vaccination rates threaten the US’s elimination of measles, achieved in 2000.
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Ontario’s measles outbreak has surpassed 1,000 cases, with 95 new infections reported since last week. The increase is attributed to ongoing transmission among unvaccinated individuals, concentrated primarily in southwestern Ontario and disproportionately affecting infants, children, and teens. Seventy-six hospitalizations, including seven ICU admissions, highlight the serious complications of measles, emphasizing the critical need for vaccination. Despite a roughly consistent weekly case count, critics are calling for greater government transparency and action to address the crisis.
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Video footage revealed Texas doctor Ben Edwards, treating children during a measles outbreak, displayed a measles rash while working in a clinic a week before Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. met and praised him. Edwards’ actions, potentially exposing others to the highly contagious disease, are deemed irresponsible by public health experts. Kennedy’s subsequent endorsement of Edwards, who utilized unproven treatments, has drawn sharp criticism and raised concerns about the Secretary’s approach to public health. This incident highlights a conflict between Kennedy’s past anti-vaccine stance and his current role as head of the HHS, particularly amidst a significant measles outbreak.
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