Summary

Measles cases are surging in the US, with 378 confirmed in early 2025, surpassing last year’s 285 cases.

Texas remains the epicenter with 309 cases, 40 hospitalizations, and one child death. New Mexico and Oklahoma report 42 and four cases, respectively. Ohio, Maryland, and Alabama have also reported new cases linked to international travel.

Vaccine misinformation, fueled by figures like Robert F Kennedy Jr., contributes to hesitancy, particularly in Texas.

Health officials warn the outbreak may persist for a year without widespread vaccination, despite efforts to increase immunization rates.