MEASLES CASE CONFIRMED IN JEFFERSON COUNTY
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Vaccination rates among American kindergartners decreased during the 2025-2026 school year for all tracked vaccines , the Centers for Disease Control reported on Monday. Exemptions from getting one or more vaccines increased in 41 states and the District of Columbia, growing to 4.2% from 3.6% the year before. Why it matters: The dropoff coincided with continued efforts by the Trump administration to make controversial vaccine policy changes and with measles cases hitting levels not seen in more...Vaccination rates among American kindergartners decreased during the 2025–2026 school year for all tracked vaccines , the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Monday. Exemptions from getting one or more vaccines increased in 41 states and the District of Columbia, growing to 4.2% from 3.6% the year before. Why it matters: The drop-off coincided with continued efforts by the Trump administration to make controversial vaccine policy changes and with measles cases hitting levels...
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Thu, 6 August 2026
1 report- kool1033fm.com14:58first to report
Pennsylvania health officials have confirmed a case of measles in Jefferson County involving an unvaccinated Amish child, prompting Penn Highlands hos...
Sat, 8 August 2026
1 report- tnonline.com17:30
Measles has reached the Lehigh Valley for the first time in recent memory, with St. Luke’s University Health Network confirming earlier this week it is treating two pediatric patients as Pennsylvania’...
Wed, 12 August 2026
2 reports- Google News - Top Stories15:06
Kennedy Stirred Vaccine Fears in Pennsylvania Years Before Measles Outbreak The New York Times As measles rise, NH doctors consistent on safety, importance of MMR vaccine The Laconia Daily Sun RFK Jr. Urges MMR Vaccination Amid 2026 Measles Outbreak Telehealth.org The dire warnings of doctors as RFK Jr’s agenda sees measles surge back The Independent
- centralmaine.com17:30
Children are our beloved treasures; parents are so proud of them. They bring smiles to our faces and hope to our future. I had the privilege to work with children for 30 years, practicing pediatrics in Portland. I spent my days making sure kids were safe in their homes, growing well, staying healthy. I encouraged all the […]
Thu, 13 August 2026
5 reports- thereporteronline.com11:00
- thereporteronline.com11:02
Because of how highly contagious the measles virus is, public health officials say only an immunization rate of 95 percent or higher can give that school building something called "herd immunity."
- Google News - Top Stories14:21
The U.S. is experiencing the largest outbreak of measles in 35 years. Here's what you need to know in the D.C. region WAMU Doctors, health officials urge measles vaccine as cases linger and school is starting KSL.com Truth and Trust: What a Local Team of Bassett Pediatricians Wants Parents and Caregivers to Know Bassett Healthcare Network With measles on the rise, who’s at risk and how to prevent it YaleNews In Good Health: Why Measles Numbers Are On The Rise : 1A NPR
- Google News - Top Stories16:29
FREE TO READ | Free food distribution across the Region in wake of storms nwitimes.com Wisconsin DHS confirms 13 more measles cases in Iowa, Lafayette counties Channel 3000 Here are 13 of South Jersey's must-try pizzerias Press of Atlantic City Measles cases surge to 15 in Iowa and Lafayette counties as Wisconsin warns of more spread WISN Southern Wisconsin sees rise in measles cases WLUK
- Google News - Top Stories22:30
Wisconsin DHS confirms 13 more measles cases in Iowa, Lafayette counties Channel 3000 Measles cases spike from 2 to 15 in southwestern Wisconsin WKOW BREAKING: Measles outbreak confirmed in southwest Wisconsin with 13 new cases reported WTMJ Measles cases surge to 15 in Iowa and Lafayette counties as Wisconsin warns of more spread WISN Confirmed measles cases in Iowa, Lafayette counties jumps to 15 WMTV 15 NEWS
Mon, 17 August 2026
12 reports- The Hill20:56
Vaccination coverage for measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) among kindergarteners in the U.S. remains below the ideal rate needed to best prevent widespread outbreaks, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), with the number of exemptions going up. The CDC on Monday released the latest figures on vaccine...
- iheart.com21:10
Most exemptions are for nonmedical reasons.
- iheart.com21:10
Most exemptions are for nonmedical reasons.
- iheart.com21:10
Most exemptions are for nonmedical reasons.
- iheart.com21:10
Most exemptions are for nonmedical reasons.
- Axios21:24edited after publishing
Vaccination rates among American kindergartners decreased during the 2025–2026 school year for all tracked vaccines , the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Monday. Exemptions from getting one or more vaccines increased in 41 states and the District of Columbia, growing to 4.2% from 3.6% the year before. Why it matters: The drop-off coincided with continued efforts by the Trump administration to make controversial vaccine policy changes and with measles cases hitting levels...
- Index.hr (Croatia)21:30
U SAD-U je u školskoj godini 2025./2026. zabilježen rekordan broj izuzeća od cijepljenja za upis u prvi razred (4,2%). To je dovelo do pada procijepljenosti za ključne bolesti poput ospica.
- Google News - Top Stories21:32
Iowa officials identify places visited during measles contagion KCCI State health officials confirm 11 new measles cases in Iowa The Des Moines Register Map shows central, southern Iowa locations where you may have been exposed to measles KCCI Wisconsin has first measles outbreak of 2026; 15 cases confirmed in SW part of the state MPR News Iowa HHS confirms new Measles cases KCRG
- The Hill22:04
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story Kindergarten vaccine exemptions hit all time high The percentage of American kindergartners exempted from MMR vaccines rose sharply in the 2025-26 school year, as overall vaccination rates continued to fall. © AP Photo/Mary Conlon New federal data released Monday showed...
- Google News - Top Stories22:08
US vaccination rates fall again as exemptions continue to rise, CDC data shows Ars Technica More U.S. Parents Opting Children Out of Vaccine Requirements, C.D.C. Reports The New York Times Kids’ vax rates dip, exemptions rise Politico Record share of kindergartners missed required vaccines last year as Trump executive order takes aim at state mandates CNN Kindergarten vaccine exemptions rose in 2025-2026: CDC Axios
- whdh.com22:47
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates inched down again last year and the share of children with exemptions rose to an all-time high,<a class="excerpt-read-more" href="https://whdh.com/news/us-school-vaccination-rates-inch-down-yet-again-and-exemptions-reach-record-high/">Read More</a>
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- kxlf.com18 Aug, 17:16their copy
- jcpost.com18 Aug, 18:15their copy
- Google News - Top Stories23:06
Map shows central, southern Iowa locations where you may have been exposed to measles KCCI State health officials confirm 11 new measles cases in Iowa The Des Moines Register As SW Wisconsin measles cases grow, officials urge vaccination, caution TelegraphHerald.com Wisconsin has first measles outbreak of 2026; 15 cases confirmed in SW part of the state MPR News Iowa HHS confirms new Measles cases KCRG
Tue, 18 August 2026
13 reports- Google News - Top Stories00:50
CDC: U.S. kindergarten vaccine exemptions hit record high as coverage falls nationwide KABB More U.S. Parents Opting Children Out of Vaccine Requirements, C.D.C. Reports The New York Times Record share of kindergartners missed required vaccines last year as Trump executive order takes aim at state mandates CNN Kindergarten vaccine exemptions jump to another record high The Washington Post Kindergarten vaccine exemptions rose in 2025-2026: CDC Axios
- Google News - Top Stories07:39
Kindergarten vaccine exemptions rose in 2025-2026: CDC Axios More U.S. Parents Opting Children Out of Vaccine Requirements, C.D.C. Reports The New York Times Record share of kindergartners missed required vaccines last year as Trump executive order takes aim at state mandates CNN Kindergarten vaccine exemptions jump to another record high The Washington Post Vaccine exemption rate for kindergarteners reaches record high: CDC ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Google News - Top Stories09:00
Measles Used to Be in Our Rearview Mirror. Now Cases Are Reaching Record Highs. ProPublica The threat of more, expanded measles outbreaks looms with start of school CIDRAP County, district and community-level measles transmission in the United States in 2013−2025 Nature More measles outbreaks feared as children head back to school Northeastern Global News Measles Update - August 2026 Froedtert & MCW
- westhawaiitoday.com10:05
At a time when measles and other potentially deadly diseases are spreading, more American children are receiving exemptions allowing them to attend school without the routine childhood shots that can protect against those illnesses.
- whopam.com13:10
Less than a week after the Kentucky Department for Public Health confirmed a case of measles in Christian County, they have now confirmed even more cases, with an outbreak now certain. In an update Monday, the Department for Public Health clarified that there are now 10 confirmed cases of measles [...]
- Google News - Top Stories16:04
More U.S. Parents Opting Children Out of Vaccine Requirements, C.D.C. Reports The New York Times Record share of kindergartners missed required vaccines last year as Trump executive order takes aim at state mandates CNN Vaccination exemption rates for US kindergartners reach record high KCCI Kindergarten vaccine exemptions rose in 2025-2026: CDC Axios CDC finds childhood vaccine exemptions for personal or religious reasons hit new record NBC News
- Google News - Top Stories16:43
Taylor County confirms measles cases in southwest Iowa KMAland.com Measles outbreak grows to 36 confirmed, 3 probable cases in southwest Wisconsin WPR Kindergarten measles vaccination exemptions climb as outbreak confirmed in southern Iowa KCRG Iowa HHS identifies measles outbreak in central Iowa thegazette.com Iowa officials identify places visited during measles contagion KCCI
- Google News - Top Stories18:10
Measles outbreak in southwestern Wisconsin grows, 2 cases confirmed in Grant County Channel 3000 Iowa officials identify places visited during measles contagion KCCI Southwest Wisconsin measles outbreak grows to 39, expands range Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Measles cases confirmed in county bordering the Dubuque area KCRG State health officials confirm 11 new measles cases in Iowa The Des Moines Register
- Google News - Top Stories20:02
Vaccination exemption rates for US kindergartners reach record high WESH Record share of kindergartners missed required vaccines last year as Trump executive order takes aim at state mandates CNN CDC finds childhood vaccine exemptions for personal or religious reasons hit new record NBC News Kindergarten vaccine exemptions rose in 2025-2026: CDC Axios Vaccination rates fall as more parents opt out NPR
- Google News - Top Stories20:21
Vaccination exemption rates for US kindergartners reach record high WLWT Record share of kindergartners missed required vaccines last year as Trump executive order takes aim at state mandates CNN Vaccination rates fall as more parents opt out NPR Kindergarten vaccine exemptions rose in 2025-2026: CDC Axios Kindergarten vaccination rates inch down yet again; exemptions reach record high ABC7 Chicago
- Google News - Top Stories20:58
Vaccination rates fall as more parents opt out NPR Record share of kindergartners missed required vaccines last year as Trump executive order takes aim at state mandates CNN CDC finds childhood vaccine exemptions for personal or religious reasons hit new record NBC News Kindergarten vaccine exemptions rose in 2025-2026: CDC axios.com Vaccination exemption rates for US kindergartners reach record high WCVB
- kgns.tv21:49
Parents in the U.S. are opting out of providing their children certain vaccines for non-medical reasons, according to the CDC.
- foxrochester.com21:59
As kids embark on a new school year, newly released data shows that more kindergartners are heading to class with vaccine exemptions.
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- news3lv.com18 Aug, 21:59their copy
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- nbcmontana.com18 Aug, 21:59their copy
Wed, 19 August 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories19:05
The Local: Vaccines and Lip Balm The New York Times Fewer Arkansas kids are getting vaccinated Axios Minnesota's kindergarten vaccination rate drops again Axios Vaccination exemption rates for US kindergartners reach record high WESH More D.C. kindergarteners have vaccine exemptions Axios
Fri, 21 August 2026
2 reports- umn.edu13:08
- standardspeaker.com20:42
As measles cases climb in parts of the state, kindergarten-level immunization data from last school year shows dozens of elementary schools reported vaccination rates under 95%.
Sat, 22 August 2026
3 reports- Google News - Top Stories00:27
Iowa HHS adds to list of potential measles exposure locations KCCI Four new measles cases confirmed in southern Iowa outbreak KCRG Ottumwa Regional Health Center preps for measles as number of cases increase in Iowa KTVO Measles Outbreak in Iowa Scott County, Iowa (.gov) Johnson County recommends accelerated MMR schedule amid Iowa measles outbreak KGAN
- Google News - Top Stories11:00
US kindergarten vaccination rates dip as exemptions hit record high The Guardian What measles? Arizona kids are skipping vaccinations at a record rate Axios New Kindergarten Vaccine Data Has RFK Jr.’s Stamp All Over It Bloomberg.com Minnesota kindergartners have third lowest measles vaccination rate in U.S. MPR News The Local: Vaccines and Lip Balm The New York Times
- The Guardian World11:00
New CDC data shows MMR vaccination among kindergarteners declining slightly as non-medical exemptions climb to 4.2% A week after Donald Trump made a series of misleading claims about vaccines – including that some injections look “like the size of a soda bottle” – the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released the latest data on national kindergarten vaccination rates. CDC communications downplayed the changes – a three-sentence announcement said, “overall vaccination rates among...
Mon, 24 August 2026
3 reports- The Hill10:00
With kids returning to school amid the worst year of measles in more than 30 years and a record number of children report exemptions from vaccines, the likelihood that the spread of measles will worsen is all but certain according to public health leaders. The majority of U.S. public schools will have begun their 2026-27...
- wyso.org21:10
Local health officials are urging families to get recommended vaccines as recent data from the Ohio Department of Health shows child immunization rates are dropping.
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- wosu.org24 Aug, 21:10their copy
- The Hill23:21
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story Back-to-school season fuels growing measles concerns With back-to-school season underway, students are returning to class amid the worst year of measles in recent U.S. history, record-high vaccine exemptions reported among kindergarteners and continuously changing immunization guidance under the Trump administration. ...
Tue, 25 August 2026
2 reports- Google News - Top Stories01:16
Iowa HHS identifies potential measles exposure locations KCRG Measles outbreak in southern Iowa expands to 17 cases, new potential exposure location added KCCI Iowa reports multiple counties with measles cases KETV As kids head back to school, Iowa health experts urge vaccines amid measles surge KGAN Cerro Gordo Public Health urges public to check MMR vaccination status KTTC | Rochester, MN
- Google News - Top Stories23:35
Owner says business dips at Ottumwa Pizza Ranch after being named possible measles exposure site KCCI Iowa HHS identifies potential measles exposure locations KCRG As kids head back to school, Iowa health experts urge vaccines amid measles surge KGAN Iowa reports multiple counties with measles cases KETV Cerro Gordo Public Health urges public to check MMR vaccination status KTTC | Rochester, MN
Thu, 27 August 2026
1 report- dailycaller.com15:37
The Amish community in New York is threatening to leave the state over vaccine mandates, as the case heads to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Sat, 29 August 2026
1 report- record-bee.com13:34
As measles cases rise across the U.S., children’s routine vaccination rates continue to decline while exemptions from school vaccination requirements, particularly non-medical exemptions, have increased. These trends began during the COVID-19 pandemic and have continued, signaling a shift in attitudes toward childhood vaccinations.
Mon, 31 August 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories11:00
How many N.J. school kids are skipping vaccines? See county by county rates. NJ.com Minnesota kindergarten vaccine rate drops as measles cases climb FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul Vaccine exemptions soar among Nevada kindergarteners as immunizations fall Las Vegas Review-Journal More Ohio kindergartners are getting vaccine exemptions, amid measles outbreak The Statehouse News Bureau More American Families Are Refusing Vaccines The Atlantic
Tue, 1 September 2026
1 report- yahoo.com20:03
Fewer than 100 New Britain students missed the first day after lacking state-required vaccination requirements.
Wed, 2 September 2026
1 report- nypost.com15:05
Thu, 3 September 2026
1 report- wsaw.com16:13
Wisconsin health officials urge families to check kids vaccination status amid measles outbreak