Once 'Eliminated,' Deadly Measles Virus Returns To US After 20 Years; Over 700 Infected, CDC Issues High Alert In Texas
Health News Live Updates: After years of being largely under control, measles has made a comeback in the United States, sparking concerns globally including in India.
Health News Live Updates: Once declared 'eliminated', the deadly measles virus has made a concerning comeback to the United States. According to the latest reports by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the country has reported a total of 700-plus cases in 2025 so far. The report also categorised Texas as the worst-hit among all, with over 541 cases.
Measles is caused by a highly contagious airborne virus that spreads when an infected person breathes, sneezes or coughs. What is alarming is that this resurgence comes despite measles being declared eliminated in the U.S. back in 2000.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that a global drop in routine childhood vaccinations during the COVID-19 pandemic has created fertile ground for the re-emergence of diseases like measles. Stay tuned for all the latest health updates from around the world.
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Measles Outbreak in US Live Updates: 'Eradicated' measles returns to the US. How safe are we in India right now?
Measles Outbreak in US: Once declared 'eliminated/eradicated', the deadly and most contagious measles virus has returned to the United States after over 20 years. The country is currently witnessing its worst measles outbreak in over two decades, raising serious public health concerns. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 700 cases have been reported nationwide, with Texas emerging as a major hotspot. What’s alarming is that this resurgence comes despite measles being declared eliminated in the U.S. back in 2000.
With global travel and porous borders, infectious diseases no longer stay confined to one country. Should this resurgence prompt concern in India? According to the CDC, measles can easily cross borders and cause outbreaks in any community where people are unvaccinated or under-vaccinated.
