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Originally Published 14 hours ago — by KUTV
A student at South Summit Elementary School in Utah tested positive for measles, prompting health officials to investigate and implement measures to prevent further spread, and they urge unvaccinated residents to get the MMR vaccine.
Originally Published 14 hours ago — by WLOS
A new measles case has been confirmed in Rutherford County, North Carolina, bringing the state's total to five cases since December, linked to an ongoing outbreak in South Carolina. Health officials emphasize the importance of vaccination to prevent the highly contagious disease, which can spread easily and has seen a rise in cases nationwide.
Originally Published 18 hours ago — by OregonLive.com
Oregon officials warn that visitors to two Linn County hospitals on specific dates may have been exposed to measles, following the state's first confirmed cases in 2026, emphasizing the importance of vaccination to prevent the highly contagious and potentially severe disease.
Originally Published 19 hours ago — by KFYR-TV
North Dakota has reported five flu-related deaths this season, including two children under 10, with over 5,000 cases. Health officials emphasize vaccination and vigilance for warning signs, marking the first pediatric flu deaths since 2016.
Originally Published 1 day ago — by KSL.com
Summit County reports its first measles case in a student at South Summit Elementary, prompting health officials to investigate and recommend vaccination, as the statewide count reaches 176 cases.
Originally Published 1 day ago — by SILive.com
A new highly contagious flu strain called A/H3, dubbed 'super flu,' is causing the highest infection rates in 25 years in the U.S., particularly in NYC, with symptoms including cough, sore throat, and vomiting, especially in children. The strain shows some resistance to the current vaccine, and vaccination rates are low, increasing vulnerability. Hospitalizations are rising, and severe complications, especially in children, are a concern. Experts emphasize the importance of vaccination and early antiviral treatment.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Wisconsin is experiencing a surge in flu hospitalizations, surpassing last winter's peak, driven by a new H3N2 variant. Despite high activity, vaccination rates are low, with only about 30% of residents vaccinated, though vaccination remains recommended to protect against current and emerging strains. The CDC reports nationwide high flu activity with significant hospitalizations and deaths, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and preparedness.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by CIDRAP
US respiratory virus activity is high, driven by flu and RSV, with increasing hospitalizations and pediatric deaths, while COVID-19 levels remain low but rising; recent changes to vaccination recommendations have sparked controversy, and overall vaccination coverage remains suboptimal.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by ABC7 New York
New Jersey reports its first pediatric flu death of the season, involving a child under 5 with no underlying health conditions, highlighting the importance of vaccination amid a severe flu outbreak.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by abcnews.go.com
Flu activity in the US is at a 10-year high with over 15 million cases, especially affecting children, and ongoing risks of severe illness and death, prompting health officials to urge vaccination and vigilance.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by CNN
The CDC reports that flu activity in the US remains high with a record-breaking season, ongoing hospitalizations and deaths, especially among children and seniors, and a potential peak has not yet been reached. Despite vaccination efforts, coverage remains below 40% of the population, and the dominant flu strain is a new variant of H3N2.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by 6abc Philadelphia
The New Jersey Department of Health has confirmed the first pediatric flu death of the 2025-2026 season, involving a child under five with no known health issues, amid a surge in flu cases and increased respiratory illnesses across the region. Health officials emphasize vaccination as the best prevention method.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by WYFF News 4
An outbreak of measles in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, has resulted in 310 cases, with hundreds more likely exposed, including some vaccinated individuals. Health officials emphasize the contagious nature of measles and the importance of vaccination, quarantine, and public awareness to control the spread.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Lexington Herald Leader
An unvaccinated individual with measles visited a Lexington hotel and restaurant over New Year's, prompting health alerts due to potential exposure. This is the third public exposure case in Fayette County since December, highlighting the importance of vaccination to prevent the highly contagious disease, which can cause severe complications especially in unprotected populations.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by abcnews.go.com
South Carolina reports 99 new measles cases, bringing the total to 310, with 200 people in quarantine amid ongoing efforts to control the outbreak and promote vaccinations, which remain below optimal levels despite CDC recommendations.