Maryland announces fourth measles case of 2026 found in international traveler

By: Danielle J. Brown

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: June 23, 2026

Words: 786

Last Updated: 1 month ago

Body Text Preview

Health officials this weekend said a fourth measles case has been detected in the state this year, after a Maryland resident living in the Washington, D.C., area contracted the respiratory virus while traveling internationally.

It’s the most cases detected in a single year since 2019, when five cases were reported in the state. The Maryland Department of Health announced the first measles case back in April, and all four cases this year were people who …

Create a free account to access this story and more

Join Plucky Wire to access full stories, collaborate with newsrooms, and discover content from networks around the world.

About

FAQ

Email Us