Measles

New York City issues fines of $1,000 to 3 people who refused to be vaccinated against measles

Washington state pushes to take away vaccination exemptions amid measles outbreak

The Washington state Senate passed a bill that, if enacted, would revoke the vaccination exemption for those who have a personal or philosophical opposition to vaccines.

'Patient zero' of Michigan measles outbreak thought he was immune because he had it before: Doctor

The man, who remains unidentified but is believed to be "patient zero" in Michigan, traveled to the Great Lake state from New York in March.

Measles 'patient zero' identified

The man was unaware he was infected with measles, and spread illness to 38 people.

Man unaware he had measles unknowingly infected 38 people in 2 weeks

He traveled by car from New York, where officials are giving out free vaccines in Rockland County, to Michigan, health officials said.

Staggering number of measles cases in US just part of 300% global uptick

The measles outbreak that continues to spread across the U.S. is just one of many that are going on around the world this year.

US measles cases just part of 300% global uptick

The World Health Organization reports that preliminary global data shows that reported cases of measles are up by 300% in 2019 compared to the same timeframe in 2018.

Staggering number of measles cases in US just part of 300% global uptick

The World Health Organization reports that preliminary global data shows that reported cases of measles are up by 300% in 2019 compared to the same timeframe in 2018.

90 new measles cases in one week: CDC

There are now 555 confirmed cases in 20 states; measles is at its second-highest level since being declared eradicated nearly 20 years ago.

Everything you need to know about the measles outbreak

The number of measles cases in the U.S. has grown to over 460 in 2019.

Brooklyn parents sue to stop mandatory measles vaccinations

The parents’ lawsuit called the emergency order "arbitrary and capricious" and the measures it necessitates "drastic."

Health officials urge people to check immunization records amid measles outbreak

As the measles crisis continues, Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses what you need to do to make sure you're protected.

Measles outbreak kills more than 1,200 in Madagascar

New York City declares public health emergency as measles outbreak reaches 285 cases

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio on Tuesday a declared a public health emergency in a heavily Orthodox Jewish section of Brooklyn amid a growing measles outbreak.

New York City mandates vaccinations, issues fines amid spike in measles cases

So far, 21 patients in New York City have been hospitalized; five are in intensive care.

NYC declares public health emergency over measles

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio on Tuesday a declared a public health emergency in a heavily Orthodox Jewish section of Brooklyn amid a growing measles outbreak.

US measles tally hits 465, with most illnesses in kids

CDC tracking at least 465 measles cases in 19 states - a near record

The outbreak is so troubling in New York that health officials are warning that certain schools that allow unvaccinated students could face fines or even closure.

UC Davis Medical Center warns 200 people of possible measles exposure

UC Davis Medical Center sent a warning letter to those who might have been in the waiting room at the same time as a patient with measles.

More measles cases in the US in first 3 months of 2019 than all of 2018: CDC

The Centers for Disease Control reported that there had been 387 measles cases between Jan. 1 and March 28, 2019. By comparison, in all of 2018 there were 372 cases.

More measles cases so far in 2019 than all of 2018

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Monday that there had been 387 measles cases between Jan. 1 and March 28, 2019.

Measles outbreak: Unvaccinated minors banned from public places in 1 New York county

New York's Rockland County issued a state of emergency as 153 cases of measles have been confirmed there so far.

Measles emergency in New York

Officials declare a state of emergency over a measles outbreak in Rockland County, NY.

CDC monitoring 6 measles outbreaks across country; 314 cases already reported in 2019

A total of 372 cases were reported in all of 2018.

Measles cases spread across the country

In Rockland County, New York, a suburb of New York City, officials are banning unvaccinated people under the age of 18 from public places.

NY county declares state of emergency after 153 measles cases in 6 months

Rockland County said that anyone younger than 18 who is not vaccinated would be barred from all public places including schools, malls, stores and places of worship.

NY county issues measles state of emergency

Anyone unvaccinated person under 18 will be barred from public places until the declaration expires in 30 days or they are vaccinated.

New York's Rockland County declares measles state of emergency, bans unvaccinated minors from public spaces

Anyone unvaccinated person under 18 will be barred from public places until the declaration expires in 30 days or they are vaccinated.

The most vulnerable group in New York's measles outbreak

Wisconsin man exposed to measles violated quarantine to go to the gym, prosecutors say

Prosecutors filed charges against Jeffery Murawski and his wife last week.

Man breaks measles quarantine to go to gym

The Wisconsin man allegedly hid in his wife's car to get past Waukesha deputies stationed outside his home.

Former anti-vaxxers now seek out measles vaccine after outbreak

'Patient zero' in measles outbreak is a foreigner, which is a common way outbreaks start

New measles cases discovered in Houston amid outbreaks elsewhere

It is not known how the individuals contracted the disease.

Measles cases confirmed in 3 new states amid Washington outbreak

Parents irate after baby possibly exposed to measles in Washington state clinic

A growing outbreak of measles, which is contagious, has been identified in Vancouver.

Number of measles cases continues to rise in Washington amid outbreak

The number of measles cases continues to rise in Washington amid an outbreak.

Number of measles cases rises amid outbreak

The number of cases in Washington continues to grow as an outbreak rages on.

Measles outbreak linked to anti-vaccination movement

There are 23 confirmed cases of measles in the Pacific Northwest, and most of the cases are unvaccinated children 10 or younger.

22 cases of measles confirmed in Washington state

The outbreak of the highly contagious illness is mostly affecting school-aged children.

Public health officials confirm measles outbreak in Washington state at 22 cases

The outbreak of the highly contagious illness is mostly affecting school-aged children.

Basketball fans in Oregon unfazed by recent measles outbreak

The health department said that people at the Moda Center on Jan. 11 were exposed.

Doctor seeks to ease vaccine fears in Somali-American community amid Minnesota measles outbreak

Outbreak has been centered in Somali community in Minnesota.

A brief history: Measles in America

Here is a historical timeline of the extremely contagious viral disease, measles.