There have been 43 outbreaks reported in 2025, and 87% of confirmed cases 1,401 out of 1,618 are outbreak-associated. To take cognizance of the situation, Healthcare providers emphasise the need for strong vaccination coverage across communities.
For the first time in over three decades, the United States has recorded 1618 measles cases and 3 deaths. According to data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this is the highest number of infections since 1992.
43 Measles Outbreaks In The US
As of October 21, 2025, the US health agency revealed that 198 individuals, including 95 children under the age of 5 have been hospitalized, which is 12 per cent of cases. What is more concerning about the rising cases of measles in the US is that nearly 92 per cent of hospitalizations occurred among those who were unvaccinated or whose vaccination status was unknown.
There have been 43 outbreaks reported in 2025, and 87% of confirmed cases 1,401 out of 1,618 are outbreak-associated. To take cognizance of the situation, Healthcare providers emphasise the need for strong vaccination coverage across communities.
Symptoms Of Measles May Vary As The Condition Progresses
Measles is a highly contagious disease that can result in a life-threatening complication if it is not treated in time. An individual diagnosed with this contagious disease may show a range of symptoms as the condition progresses.
Between 7-14 days after getting exposed to the virus, he/she may show signs like high fever that may spike to more than 104 Fahrenheit, cough, runny nose, red and watery eyes.
The CDC states that 2-3 days after the symptoms appear, a measles patient may notice tiny white spots, also known as Koplik Spots, which may appear inside the mouth. Gradually, in 3-5 days, you may notice small raised bumps may also appear on top of the flat red spots. These rashes may join together as they spread from the head to the rest of the body. Sometimes, measles can cause rare and serious complications like brain inflammation, encephalitis and pneumonia.
Diagnosis And Treatment
To determine if you have tested positive for measles, you should undergo a blood test, or have swabs taken from your nose or throat or pee tests. There is no antiviral for measles, but under the supervision of a healthcare provider, you may use vitamin A, according to the CDC.
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