Measles Updates for June 2026
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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June 2026 Welcome to CDC’s measles update with the latest information on measles activity, vaccination, prevention, and public health guidance. We’re pleased to share timely updates, helpful resources, and practical recommendations to help keep you, your family, and your community informed and protected. |
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Help Protect Your Family from Measles Ahead of Summer Travel |
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As measles cases continue to rise in the United States and globally, it’s important to stay informed about how to protect yourself and your family. As of June, more than 2,000 confirmed measles cases have been reported in the United States in 2026, with outbreaks reported in multiple states. Most cases have occurred among people who were unvaccinated or whose vaccination status was unknown. |  |
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Measles can be especially dangerous for babies and young children, and outbreaks are more likely to occur in communities with lower vaccination coverage. CDC recommends the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine as the best way to prevent measles. Interested in learning more about measles activity in the United States? View the latest U.S. measles case and outbreak data. Prevention TipsIf you’re unsure whether you or your child are protected against measles, talk with your healthcare provider about the MMR vaccine, especially before traveling internationally or to areas where measles is spreading. Ideally, vaccination should occur at least two weeks before travel, but getting an MMR dose closer to departure can still provide protection. Measles Resources for Public Health Professionals |
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The measles toolkit provides a range of resources to support public health outreach, preparedness, and response efforts. Materials include:
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Explore the toolkit and access downloadable resources to support your outreach and response activities. |
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Publications and Resources |
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Healthcare providers play a critical role in identifying measles cases, preventing transmission, and protecting communities through vaccination. Below are recent CDC reports and clinical resources to support case recognition, patient management, infection prevention and control, and outbreak response efforts. |
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This report highlights severe illness among patients hospitalized during the 2025 West Texas measles outbreak, including complications such as pneumonia, dehydration, and low oxygen levels. The findings underscore how serious measles can be and reinforce the importance of vaccination, rapid case identification, and outbreak preparedness. |  |
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NEW Outbreak of Measles in a Child Care Facility — Lubbock, Texas, March–April 2025 How was a measles outbreak in a Texas child care facility quickly contained? This report describes how a measles outbreak in a Texas child care facility was successfully contained through early communication, coordinated public health response efforts, and increased MMR vaccination. |
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Healthcare providers: If you have questions about measles, we’ve got you covered. Find answers to frequently asked questions about protecting patients with MMR vaccination, recognizing the clinical features of measles, testing and reporting considerations, and recommended isolation precautions. Additional resources |
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