Measles Cases Surpass 900 Across 24 US States

CDC reports 177 new measles infections, bringing total to 910 cases nationwide

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported at least 177 new measles cases in the United States, bringing the total number of infections to 910 across 24 states including Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Maine, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Why it matters

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease that can lead to serious complications, especially in young children. The current outbreak highlights ongoing challenges with vaccine hesitancy and the need to maintain high vaccination rates to prevent the spread of preventable diseases.

The details

The CDC has confirmed 910 measles cases nationwide, a significant increase from the 733 cases reported just a week earlier. Health officials are closely monitoring the situation and working to contain the outbreak through vaccination efforts and public awareness campaigns.

  • The latest data from the CDC is current as of February 13, 2026.

The players

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

The leading national public health institute in the United States that conducts critical research and provides guidance on public health issues.

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What’s next

Health officials will continue to monitor the measles outbreak and provide updates on case numbers and containment efforts.

The takeaway

This measles outbreak underscores the importance of maintaining high vaccination rates to prevent the spread of preventable diseases and protect vulnerable populations, especially young children.