Measles

Travel 2 days ago

Urgent warning issued by CDC as chikungunya virus outbreak hits vacation destination

CDC issues level 2 travel warning for Bolivia as chikungunya virus outbreak spreads rapidly in Santa Cruz and Cochabamba departments with rising cases.

Health 3 days ago

Largest measles outbreak in recent history reported on southwestern Florida college campus

A historic measles outbreak has hit Ave Maria University in Florida with over 40 infections, marking the largest wave of college campus infections in recent history.

Health February 6

Measles outbreak poses risk of 'irreversible' brain damage, health officials warn

South Carolina health officials warned of "irreversible" neurological damage after a measles outbreak hospitalized 19 patients with dangerous complications.

Health February 3

Measles exposure risk identified at major airport and theme park, health officials warn

Health officials warn of potential measles risk at LAX and Disneyland after international traveler's visit. Here's what to know about windows of exposure.

Texas February 1

ICE halts ‘all movement’ due to measles at Texas detention center that held 5-year-old, dad

ICE halts all movement at Texas detention facility after two detainees were diagnosed with measles, sparking quarantine measures and health concerns.

Health January 19

Measles outbreak reaches a major South Carolina college campus

Measles outbreak reaches Clemson University as South Carolina reports 558 confirmed cases. Student isolated as health officials conduct contact tracing.

Measles January 6

Measles outbreak explodes in South Carolina; multiple people hospitalized as cases surpass 200

South Carolina reported 26 new measles cases since Friday, bringing the total number of cases in the latest outbreak to 211. Some people were exposed in schools or churches.

Travel January 6

Measles cases confirmed at four major US airports across country amid peak holiday travel

Health officials confirmed measles exposure at four major airports as the CDC reported over 2,000 cases nationwide this year, prompting urgent public advisories.

Travel December 30

World's most contagious virus detected at two major US airports amid holiday traffic

A case of measles was detected at Newark airport in New Jersey during holiday travel — and at Logan in Boston. Health officials urge travelers to contact healthcare providers as needed.

Measles December 11

Major measles outbreak leads to hundreds quarantined in US county, officials say

A South Carolina measles outbreak reaches 111 cases in Spartanburg County, with 254 quarantined. Health officials urge vaccination as the best way to prevent spread.