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Measles Surges: 733 Cases Reported Nationwide
6 Feb
Summary
- Over 733 measles cases have been reported across the United States.
- South Carolina is experiencing its largest outbreak since measles elimination.
- Measles cases have been confirmed in 20 different states nationwide.

As of Friday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a concerning rise in measles cases, with at least 733 confirmed infections nationwide. This surge is particularly evident in South Carolina, which is currently grappling with its most significant outbreak since measles was officially eliminated in the United States in the year 2000.
The virus has spread to 20 states, including Arizona, California, Florida, and Georgia, among others. This national spread comes after a record-breaking year in 2025, which saw 2,276 cases nationwide, the highest since 1992, and tragically, three measles-related deaths.



