Measles Question
Is There a Measles Outbreak Right Now?
Yes. Measles is an active outbreak story in the U.S. right now, with 812 confirmed cases across 37 states in 2026 and active outbreak signals in 21 states.
15-second answer
- The current national measles picture is not just isolated travel cases. There are 812 confirmed cases across 37 states in 2026 so far.
- At least 21 states currently show an active outbreak signal in the state-level data, not just a single historical case.
- The biggest current outbreak states are South Carolina (182), Texas (158), Utah (121), Florida (67), and Virginia (33).
- If your real question is “near me,” the next move is to open the state page, city page, or travel checker instead of stopping at the national total.
Why this matters 1
Parents, schools, travelers, and community groups usually want a yes-or-no answer first, then the fastest route into the state or trip page that matters to them.
Why this matters 2
This page works best when it answers the national outbreak question honestly without pretending a national total can replace local context.
Best Next Clicks
What to open next
Open the national measles tracker
Best next click if you want the broader map and state list.
Open the South Carolina measles page
Best next click if you want the strongest current state-level outbreak page first.
Browse state overview pages
Best next click if the real question is your own state, not the whole country.
Check a travel destination
Best next click if the concern is an upcoming trip, school break, or family visit.
Source and context
How this answer is built
Updated
Updated May 29
Coverage
U.S. confirmed measles cases, outbreak signals, and state-by-state detail
Best For
Fast outbreak answer for parents, travelers, and community planners
This page intentionally answers the national outbreak question first. It is most useful when it sends readers into the specific state, city, or travel page that fits their real concern.
FAQ
Quick questions about this answer
Does every state with measles cases have an active outbreak?
No. Some states have limited case counts without an active outbreak signal. That is why this page separates the national total from active outbreak states.
Can this page tell me whether measles is near my exact neighborhood?
No. This page gives the national answer first. The next step is to open your state page, city page, or destination page for a more useful local read.
This week
The sendable weekly version
What's Going Around Right Now? Early April 2026 Weekly Update
If you want the broad current snapshot first and then the best local or topic click, the weekly roundup is still the strongest sendable page on the site.
Flu
1.6% and stable
RSV
2.0 per 100K and stable
COVID-19
1.2 per 100K and decreasing
Measles
812 cases in 37 states
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