Measles

Child with measles dies at Alder Hey as hospital warn of rising cases Liverpool World08:26Health & Fitness Global Health

Map shows MMR vaccination rates where you live after child dies with measles Liverpool Echo18:24Health & Fitness Global Health

Measles signs and when to get help as hospital issues plea after child's death The Mirror12:17Health & Fitness

Vaccination plea following death of child after contracting measles The Scotsman16:21Health & Fitness

U.S. measles cases hit decades-long peak: Where does Ohio stand? Cleveland.com21:48Health & Fitness Global Health

Measles cases In U.S. hit 1,288, highest since disease eliminated in 2000 UPI04:26Health & Fitness Global Health

Alberta's measles outbreaks top case counts reported for entire U.S. CBC.ca19:34Alberta Health & Fitness Canada

Braid: Alberta hit by measles comparison with U.S., but all Canada is an epidemic in waiting Ottawa Citizen22:14Alberta Health & Fitness Canada

Kenya: Dual vaccine campaign nears completion with 15mn children covered AllAfrica06:21Typhoid Fever Kenya Health & Fitness

3.5 Million children vaccinated as Kenya intensifies measles and typhoid fight KDRTV14:25Typhoid Fever Kenya Health & Fitness

MMR vaccine recommendation in Williams County reverts to normal as officials say measles outbreak over KMOT18:17Health & Fitness

Possible measles exposure in Valley City WDAY Radio19:06Health & Fitness

Illinois Department of Public Health works to stop the spread of measles WIFR TV 23, Illinois19:54Illinois Health & Fitness

Illinois' department of public health says measles outbreak in southern Illinois is over | First Listen NPR Illinois13:42Illinois Health & Fitness

Confirmed cases of measles prompts public alert to potential exposures in Banff Rocky Mountain Outlook15:05Alberta Health & Fitness Canada

Measles making big comeback in Alberta My Lloydminster Now22:45Alberta Health & Fitness Canada

S.C. health department confirms first measles case of the year WRDW10:33Health & Fitness

S.C. measles case comes amid worst outbreak in decades WRDW19:12Health & Fitness

My toddler caught measles despite being vaccinated - it was terrifying i News06:55MMR Health & Fitness Global Health

Should you get a measles booster? Here’s what to know. Daily Herald, Illinois14:38MMR Health & Fitness Global Health

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In the last half-hour

Louisville Metro reports its first measles case in more than a decade WAVE 3, Kentucky00:09

In the last hour

Eastern Iowa mom voices frustrations after son exposed to measles KCRG TV 9, Iowa23:53 15-Jul-25

In the last 2 hours

Measles cases rising across the US, 13 cases reported in Kentucky WBKO23:17 15-Jul-25

Measles exposure possible at store in Galena KWQC23:10 15-Jul-25

NJ Health Department confirms case of measles in Hudson County News 12 New Jersey23:04 15-Jul-25

In the last 4 hours

Grieving mum: If more kids had vaccinations, my daughter wouldn't of got measles and eventually … Lancashire Evening Post22:26 15-Jul-25

Braid: Alberta hit by measles comparison with U.S., but all Canada is an epidemic in waiting Ottawa Citizen22:14 15-Jul-25

Officials urge vaccination as measles confirmed in Louisville Louisville Public Media22:09 15-Jul-25

First measles case confirmed in another part of Merseyside Liverpool Echo22:03 15-Jul-25

Measles outbreak can be traced to Trudeau politicizing COVID vaccines, Tory MP claims The Province, British Columbia21:19 15-Jul-25

‘Entirely preventable’: Manitoba health experts alarmed by rising measles cases Global News21:12 15-Jul-25

In the last 6 hours

Measles outbreak in Sussex, N.B., grows to 3 confirmed cases; 5 more cases probable CTV News Atlantic20:10 15-Jul-25

MMR vaccine uptake for children in Hertfordshire fallen in the last 10 years St Albans & Harpenden Review18:54 15-Jul-25

Measles alert issued for Okotoks-area campground Western Wheel18:51 15-Jul-25

Measles case reported in Jefferson County WAVE 3, Kentucky18:49 15-Jul-25

Yesterday

Residents encouraged to take up MMR vaccine offer Wirral Council (Press Release)16:27 15-Jul-25

Plea from Manchester health chiefs: Let’s not go back for the future. Why we have to keep… Manchester City Council15:52 15-Jul-25

Parents issued urgent measles warning after child dies from 'eliminated' disease Daily Record15:46 15-Jul-25

Scots urged to get vaccinated as measles cases rise amid global outbreak Daily Record15:34 15-Jul-25

'My five month old was hospitalised with measles - make sure your child is vaccinated' KentLive15:16 15-Jul-25

Confirmed cases of measles prompts public alert to potential exposures in Banff Rocky Mountain Outlook15:05 15-Jul-25

Mum's vaccination plea after baby was hospitalised with measles The Mirror15:05 15-Jul-25

Another potential measles exposure site in Grande Prairie as provincial case totals climb My Grande Prairie Now14:52 15-Jul-25

South Dakota now has a dozen measles cases KELO TV14:51 15-Jul-25

Measles cases in Birmingham have 'stabilised' but parents still urged to get protected Birmingham Live14:11 15-Jul-25

Vaccination rates fall in Europe and Central Asia, WHO warns Helsinki Times14:05 15-Jul-25

Illinois' department of public health says measles outbreak in southern Illinois is over | First Listen NPR Illinois13:42 15-Jul-25

Growing concern over rising measles cases and declining vaccinations in Scotland The Scotsman12:48 15-Jul-25

Concern as measles cases almost treble in Ireland over last seven years The Irish Independent12:20 15-Jul-25

NHS Trust for Bedfordshire issues measles warning after child's death Biggleswade Today, Bedfordshire11:39 15-Jul-25

Tragic death from measles prompts vaccination reminder to parents of children in Milton Keynes Milton Keynes Citizen11:18 15-Jul-25

Top North West doctor issues health advice ahead of summer holidays The Whitehaven News, Cumbria10:50 15-Jul-25

Over 14 million children were not vaccinated in 2024: report UNN.ua10:49 15-Jul-25

Fifth case of measles confirmed in Wairarapa Radio New Zealand10:49 15-Jul-25

Emergency Vaccines Slash Deaths By 60% – Study Channels Television10:47 15-Jul-25

NHS Trust for Milton Keynes issues measles warning after tragic death Milton Keynes Citizen09:46 15-Jul-25

Measles case confirmed at major minesite in WA’s north The West Australian09:46 15-Jul-25

Measles: Parents urged to vaccinate after child in Liverpool dies British Medical Journal09:11 15-Jul-25

Measles death triggers warning for parents to check vaccines ahead of travel The National08:28 15-Jul-25

Measles case confirmed for major iron ore miner ABC Online07:48 15-Jul-25

Health Secretary issues warning after child dies of measles Devon Live07:30 15-Jul-25

Number of measles cases in Mongolia reaches 12,400 Akipress07:07 15-Jul-25

My toddler caught measles despite being vaccinated - it was terrifying i News06:55 15-Jul-25

Potential measles exposures at multiple Calgary locations, Okotoks-area campground CTV News Calgary03:42 15-Jul-25

Possible measles exposure after confirmed cases in Calgary, Okotoks CityNews Calgary01:34 15-Jul-25

Vaccination Rates Lag in Europe as Measles Cases Rise, WHO Says Bloomberg Law01:20 15-Jul-25

Local measles cases continue to rise as Alberta surpasses the count for the U.S EverythingGP00:19 15-Jul-25

'Take a look at yourself' says health boss as he slams 'dangerous' disinformation amid measles… Liverpool Echo00:10 15-Jul-25

Saskatchewan didn't report a case of measles for 21 days. Here's why you should still care CBC.ca00:05 15-Jul-25

Eastern Iowa measles case is seventh in the state this year The Gazette00:04 15-Jul-25

In the last 7 days

Measles case in eastern Iowa confirmed KCRG TV 9, Iowa23:59 14-Jul-25

'It's a really nasty virus': Liverpool health official urges public to be aware of measles symptoms after child dies Sky News23:46 14-Jul-25

Video: Why is the rate of measles vaccination declining? Sky News23:42 14-Jul-25

With more than 1,300 cases, Alberta passes U.S. in confirmed measles count Calgary Sun23:37 14-Jul-25

Alberta reports 1,314 confirmed measles cases since March, surpassing U.S. number The Province, British Columbia23:16 14-Jul-25

Measles making big comeback in Alberta My Lloydminster Now22:45 14-Jul-25

Measles reaches highest level in 33 years, now in 39 states, including Arizona Tucson Sentinel22:34 14-Jul-25

Measles cases reach 33-year high nationwide as NYC urges vaccination Gothamist (Weblog)21:48 14-Jul-25

RFK Jr. brags he's doing a 'good job' on measles as outbreak nears 1,300 cases The Raw Story20:24 14-Jul-25

N.B. declares measles outbreak in Sussex after two cases found CTV News Atlantic19:46 14-Jul-25

Alberta surpasses U.S. in confirmed measles cases with more than 1,300 since March CHEK News19:45 14-Jul-25

Alberta's measles outbreaks surpass case counts reported for entire U.S. CBC.ca19:39 14-Jul-25

Alberta surpasses U.S. in confirmed measles cases with more than 1,300 CityNews Calgary19:38 14-Jul-25

Alberta's measles outbreaks top case counts reported for entire U.S. CBC.ca19:34 14-Jul-25

Councillor calls for urgent action on falling vaccination rates after child dies of measles in… National World18:37 14-Jul-25

Plea to parents ahead of Keighley walk-in clinic after measles tragedy Keighley News18:26 14-Jul-25

Map shows MMR vaccination rates where you live after child dies with measles Liverpool Echo18:24 14-Jul-25

MMR vaccine recommendation in Williams County reverts to normal as officials say measles outbreak over KMOT18:17 14-Jul-25

Can a Novel Motivational Interviewing Technique Help in the Measles Outbreak? Medpage Today17:35 14-Jul-25

Measles Cases Could Cost the U.S. Its Elimination Status. Here's What That Means And How Close… HuffPost (US)17:24 14-Jul-25

The worrying picture in Manchester as fears grow following child's measles death Manchester Evening News17:16 14-Jul-25

Measles death shows nation must ‘redouble’ vaccine efforts, Streeting says Evening Standard17:00 14-Jul-25

Baby death linked to measles as her mum urges parents to get children jabbed Stoke-On-Trent Live16:41 14-Jul-25

Bradford public health chief's vital message to parents over measles The Telegraph & Argus16:39 14-Jul-25

Measles death prompts call to improve vaccine uptake LocalGov15:55 14-Jul-25

Top tips for a healthy summer as families countdown to school holidays NHS England (Press Release)15:40 14-Jul-25

Measles symptoms and what action should you take? BBC15:20 14-Jul-25

Measles advice issued after child's death from virus BBC15:20 14-Jul-25

Measles – LGA statement Local Government Association (Press Release)15:11 14-Jul-25

What you need to know about measles Alder Hey Children's Hospital Trust (Press Release)15:06 14-Jul-25

Measles vaccine rates in Cambs as child dies of preventable disease Cambridge News14:59 14-Jul-25

No new measles cases reported in L&C County The Montana Free Press14:05 14-Jul-25

New details released after child with measles dies at Alder Hey Liverpool Echo13:19 14-Jul-25

expert reaction to media reports that a child has died after contracting measles Science Media Centre13:18 14-Jul-25

Update on measles in Scotland - ensure everyone in your family is fully protected Public Health Scotland (Press Release)12:21 14-Jul-25

Measles signs and when to get help as hospital issues plea after child's death The Mirror12:17 14-Jul-25

Salford mum's 'nightmare' after daughter dies following measles outbreak Manchester Evening News12:13 14-Jul-25

Bolivia ups measles vaccination with Brazilian donation Mercopress12:05 14-Jul-25

Child with measles dies at Alder Hey as warning issued to all parents North Wales Live11:34 14-Jul-25

North Dakota reports first case of measles in more than a month Twin Cities Pioneer Press11:32 14-Jul-25

Doctors issue urgent warning after world's most infectious disease kills child in Liverpool -… MailOnline11:27 14-Jul-25

What are the symptoms of measles - and what should you do if you think your child is infected? Sky News11:26 14-Jul-25

Public health team on high alert after Alder Hey measles death Isle of Man Today10:45 14-Jul-25

MEASLES ALERT: New exposure sites as two new cases detected The West Australian10:29 14-Jul-25

What is measles and how does it spread after child dies in Alder Hey Liverpool Echo08:34 14-Jul-25

Child with measles dies at Alder Hey as hospital warn of rising cases Liverpool World08:26 14-Jul-25

What is measles and what are the symptoms? Yahoo! UK & Ireland08:17 14-Jul-25

Whooping cough, scabies and more: diseases once eradicated return Radio Prague07:18 14-Jul-25

Kenya: Dual Vaccine Campaign Nears Completion With 15mn Children Covered AllAfrica06:21 14-Jul-25

Emergency Vaccines Reduce Disease Outbreak Deaths by Almost 60% ScienceAlert03:21 14-Jul-25

8 critical insights: How U.S. healthcare policy threatens global vaccine effort, public health Local News Matters00:02 14-Jul-25

Measles reaches highest US level in 33 years; SD cases rise to 12 The Mitchell Republic23:09 13-Jul-25

Parents urged to get children vaccinated as child with measles dies in North West The Bolton News22:18 13-Jul-25

Fears of summer holidays measles surge as child dies amid falling vaccinations i News17:26 13-Jul-25

Child dies of measles in UK hospital as vaccine uptake declines across country JOE.co.uk16:33 13-Jul-25

Vaccination plea following death of child after contracting measles The Scotsman16:21 13-Jul-25

Child dies at UK hospital after contracting measles as parents warned to stay vigilant Cambridge News15:56 13-Jul-25

Child dies at Alder Hey Children's Hospital after measles infection Wirral Globe15:30 13-Jul-25

3.5 Million Children Vaccinated as Kenya Intensifies Measles and Typhoid Fight KDRTV14:25 13-Jul-25

Full list of measles symptoms after child with disease dies in Liverpool Nottinghamshire Live14:07 13-Jul-25

Measles outbreak across north west as child dies and Salford among worst affected Manchester Evening News13:38 13-Jul-25

The latest headlines - as child dies in Liverpool as measles cases surge ITV13:33 13-Jul-25

Measles explained: What are the causes, symptoms and how to protect against it Chronicle Live13:31 13-Jul-25

Alder Hey's plea after child dies with measles Liverpool Echo13:23 13-Jul-25

What's behind the decline in measles vaccine rates? Sky News13:11 13-Jul-25

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About our Measles news

Latest news on measles, providing comprehensive coverage of outbreaks, vaccination rates, symptoms, prevention, treatment, and global health efforts to combat this highly contagious viral disease.

Measles remains a significant global health concern, with outbreaks continuing to affect communities worldwide despite the availability of a safe and effective vaccine. The World Health Organisation reports that measles cases have risen dramatically in recent years, with over 300,000 cases reported annually, causing thousands of preventable deaths, particularly among unvaccinated children under five years of age.

Recent outbreaks across Europe and the Americas have raised alarm among health officials, with vaccination rates falling below the 95% threshold needed for herd immunity in many regions. Public health authorities are intensifying vaccination campaigns and public education efforts to combat vaccine hesitancy, which has been identified as a major contributor to the resurgence of this preventable disease. Schools in affected areas have implemented stricter vaccination requirements to protect vulnerable populations.

Behind the statistics are the human stories of families affected by measles. Parents of immunocompromised children who cannot receive vaccines have expressed growing concern about community protection, while healthcare workers report challenges in managing outbreaks in resource-limited settings. Community organisations are working alongside medical professionals to support affected families and promote vaccination awareness through culturally sensitive approaches.

Historically, measles has been one of humanity's most persistent viral foes, with records dating back to the 7th century. The introduction of the measles vaccine in 1963 marked a turning point, dramatically reducing global mortality rates. Before widespread vaccination, measles claimed millions of lives annually, particularly in developing countries. Today's challenges echo historical patterns where decreased vaccination rates have invariably led to disease resurgence.

Our NewsNow feed on measles brings you the latest updates on outbreaks, vaccination campaigns, and public health guidance from trusted sources worldwide. Whether you're a healthcare professional, parent, educator, or concerned citizen, staying informed about measles developments is crucial for protecting individual and public health. Follow our constantly updated feed for comprehensive coverage of this important global health issue.

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