On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, the New Jersey Department of Health announced the state’s first confirmed case of measles this year. A child from Hudson County reportedly contracted the virus after traveling internationally. Health officials are warning the public that two locations were exposed, and are urging anyone present at the locations to take precautions […]
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Measles Cases Hitting Record High in 33 Years
In the year 2000, due to a successful vaccination program to keep the disease in check, measles was declared eliminated within the United States, but fast forward to the current day and measles have reportedly hit a record high since the past 33 years. According to the CDC, “As of July 8, 2025, a total […]
Measles Outbreak and How to Combat It
It seems that measles has made its way to the United States, with hundreds of cases being reported in Texas and spreading to other states. While this disease isn’t as threatening to most adults, it can be a big problem for children and anyone who hasn’t been vaccinated. Knowing a few things about prevention could […]
