CDC Reports Rising Measles Cases in the U.S. Amid Falling Vaccination Rates
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that the United States is on track to surpass last year's record of measles cases, with 1,792 cases confirmed so far this year. This resurgence is occurring as vaccination rates have been declining across the country. The nationwide vaccination rate for kindergartners was 92.5% during the 2024-2025 school year, but in many communities, the rates are significantly lower, creating conditions conducive to outbreaks. South Carolina recently declared an end to its largest measles outbreak since 1991, which affected 997 people, primarily unvaccinated children. Despite this, more than 20 new outbreaks have been reported across the U.S., including significant outbreaks in Texas, Florida, and Utah. 
