The 2019 measles outbreak in the USA has now reached 520 reported cases in 20 states.

As of April 14, 2019, New York continues to lead all other states by reporting 24 additional cases in just 1 week.

From October 2018 thru April 12, 2019, the state of New York has reported 462 measles cases. Of this total, 155 cases were reported in 2018, and 307 cases during 2019.

This unfortunate news was preceded by confusing legal actions in New York, which are sending mixed messages to under-vaccinated residents.

Just 10 days ago in Rockland County, a judge overruled the March 27th State of Emergency order issued by the County Executive, Ed Day.

Then, on April 8th, the New York City Health Department issued Commissioner’s Orders to all yeshivas in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn. This Order means that any private school out of compliance with vaccination guidelines will immediately be issued a violation, which could include a $1,000 fine.

On an individual state basis, these 20 states have reported measles cases during 2019:

NOTE: State-based data and news reports are approximate, subject to timing. Various news sources publish slightly different numbers.

As of April 4, 2019, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 465 measles cases in 19 states, between January 1 and April 4, 2019.

Measles is a very contagious disease caused by a virus. It spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The CDC declared measles eliminated in the USA in 2000.

Which is why the CDC strongly recommends a measles prevention vaccine. Especially prior to traveling aboard.

On March 11, 2019, the CDC updated 17 Travel Alerts for countries reporting measles cases.

Recent measles news:

In the USA, there are 2 approved measles vaccines, MMR-II and ProQuad, which are available from most pharmacies.

Measles vaccine discounts and financial assistance can be found at Vaccine Discounts.

Relevant Links: CDC vaccination schedules, CDC vaccine price list, international travel alerts, and report vaccine side effects