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

Why it matters locally: While the CDC report details a national trend, Alabama's public health officials are likely monitoring these rising measles cases closely, as increased prevalence nationwide raises the risk of outbreaks within the state. Maintaining high vaccination rates is crucial to protect communities across Alabama.

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.