Measles cases rise amid holiday travel

By: Tim Henderson

Outlets: Stateline

Published: December 17, 2025

Words: 598

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 1 day ago

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The number of measles cases is continuing to grow, reaching 1,958 confirmed cases in 43 states through Dec. 16 and threatening to undo next year the United States’ status as a nation that has eradicated the disease, according to a report released Dec. 17 by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The increase of 46 cases in one week, including dozens more in South Carolina alone, raises concerns for holiday travelers.

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