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U.S. loses measles-elimination status, erasing a landmark public health achievement

The finding follows a resurgence that began with a major outbreak in West Texas in January 2025 and was followed by sustained outbreaks in Utah, Arizona and other states.

14 November 2026Live

Sources

The Washington Post. https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/11/13/us-loses-measles-elimination-status-erasing-landmark-achievement/

The finding follows a resurgence that began with a major outbreak in West Texas in January 2025 and was followed by sustained outbreaks in Utah, Arizona and other states.

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