U.S. Measles Cases Exceed Previous Year's Total by July

Why it matters locally: While the CDC's national report highlights a concerning trend, Minnesota has also seen a recent increase in measles cases, making this national data particularly relevant for public health officials and residents across the state.

The United States has recorded 2,318 measles cases through July of this year, according to a report released Friday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This count exceeds the 2,289 cases documented throughout all of last year. The CDC compiled these figures based on reports received up to this point in 2026.