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CIDRAP Op-Ed: Call it what it is—the US has lost its hold on measles elimination

The United States has seen a significant surge in measles cases in 2026. CIDRAP infectious disease experts declared on June 24 that elimination status is over in practice. Current data suggests the nation is on track to surpass the 2,288 infections reported in 2025.

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National case counts have surpassed 2,100, leading experts to conclude the US has lost its hold on measles elimination.

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  1. Experts Warn US Has Lost Hold on Measles Elimination

    The United States has seen a significant surge in measles cases in 2026. CIDRAP infectious disease experts declared on June 24 that elimination status is over in practice. Current data suggests the nation is on track to surpass the 2,288 infections reported in 2025.

    What's confirmed:

    • The CDC confirmed 2,134 measles cases in 2026 as of June 24.
    • Utah has recorded more than 500 measles infections.
    • The US reported 2,288 measles infections in 2025.
    • Pennsylvania recorded 19 measles cases over a two-week period.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Summer travel may accelerate the spread of the measles outbreak.
    • The current surge is the result of continuous measles spread rather than reintroduction.
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