Measles is a highly contagious airborne disease caused by a virus, and can be severe or even fatal. According to the U.S.

As of Feb. 20, there were a total of 93 measles cases reported in eight states: Alaska, California, Georgia, New Jersey, New ...

Measles cases are currently rising in the U.S. We spoke with doctors to explain everything you need to protect yourself, ...

In Texas, at least 90 cases of measles have been reported in recent weeks across the northwest part of that state.

After a person visiting San Antonio from West Texas tested positive for measles the spread of the virus is a growing ...

With the ongoing measles outbreak in Texas, doctors are warning people of the importance of vaccinating their children.

In some cases, the illness can be fatal. Prior to the introduction of the measles vaccine in 1963, the virus would claim an estimated 2.6 million lives each year worldwide. In 2023, WHO estimated ...

more than three-quarters of states had kindergartener MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccination coverage rates below the CDC's Healthy People target of 95%. Of note, even states with high ...

"The best way to prevent getting sick is to be immunized with two doses of a vaccine against measles." Amid the spreading surge in Texas and nearby states, here's what to know about measles ...

Public health experts say some adults should consider getting revaccinated, particularly older adults who were born after ...

Yes, the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe and highly effective in preventing measles infection and severe cases of the disease. A van is seen at the site of a measles testing ...

The reason for these recent outbreaks, experts believe, can be traced to declining vaccination rates. “Measles used to kill, ...