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U.S. measles cases surpassed 4,000 in the first 10 months of 2026
The U.S. recorded 4,020 measles cases in the first 10 months of 2026, nearly twice the 2,286 cases identified in 2025. Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Utah reported the highest numbers of cases.
The number of measles cases in the U.S. rose to 4,020 in the first 10 months of 2026. Data tracked by Johns Hopkins University show that the nationwide total nearly doubled the 2,286 cases recorded throughout 2025.
States with the highest number of cases
Pennsylvania ranked first with 977 cases. South Carolina recorded 671 cases, while Utah reported 527.
The number of cases was recorded as 234 in Wisconsin, 201 in Ohio, 192 in Texas, 179 in Virginia and 151 in Florida. These states were among the areas with the highest concentration of meas cases since the beginning of 2026.
Symptoms and risks of measles
Measles is an extremely contagious disease transmitted primarily through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks, spreading small droplets containing the virus.
The disease can cause fever and a red, slightly raised rash. In some cases, it can lead to ear infections, pneumonia, diarrhea or encephalitis, which can also carry a risk of brain damage.
Severe cases of measles can result in hospitalization and death. Medical experts say the best way to prevent the disease is measles vaccination.
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