Confirmed measles case in Virginia, local spread suspected

[Anonymous]

Yet another reason to despise MAGA.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:DC has multiple confirmed cases of measles, and it now appears to be spreading locally in Virginia. Sad times for our public health system.

https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2026/05/09/measles-case-confirmed-in-central-virginia-local-spread-suspected/90008594007/

Measles case confirmed in Central Virginia, local spread suspected

A school-aged child in Virginia's Central Region has a confirmed case of measles from a local exposure.
The Virginia Department of Health suspects community transmission in the Buckingham County area and believes more cases are likely.
Due to the potential outbreak, VDH has issued updated vaccine recommendations for infants, children, and adults in the affected area.
The Virginia Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of measles in a school age child (5-12 years) in the Central Region, according to a press release from the VDH Central Virginia Region on May 8. The patient did not travel and was exposed to measles locally. To protect the family’s privacy, VDH will not provide any additional information about the patient.

Based on this information, VDH said it has reason to suspect that measles virus is circulating in the Buckingham County area, and that there are likely more cases than have been reported. VDH is advising people in the area to make sure they are up to date on their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, watch for symptoms of measles, and if they feel sick to stay home and contact their healthcare provider.

I don't see anywhere in this article that says there were several cases in DC. Or did I miss it?

You missed the other news articles about the DC cases, which is probably what the OP was referring to.
https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2026/05/confirmed-case-of-measles-in-dc-as-country-faces-significant-resurgence/

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the DC-area: Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles that traveled through the Dulles International Airport on April 23 and April 24.

In a release, VDH said the person traveled internationally and is an out of state resident.

Thank you, I had not seen this.

Measles is now all over the USA. Brought to you by our MAGA/MAHA neighbors.
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html
As of May 7, 2026, the U.S. has reported 1,842 confirmed measles cases across 39 jurisdictions, indicating a significant surge that threatens to surpass 2025's total. With over 90% of cases linked to outbreaks and linked to unvaccinated individuals, officials warn of increased risk during summer travel.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:DC has multiple confirmed cases of measles, and it now appears to be spreading locally in Virginia. Sad times for our public health system.

https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2026/05/09/measles-case-confirmed-in-central-virginia-local-spread-suspected/90008594007/

Measles case confirmed in Central Virginia, local spread suspected

A school-aged child in Virginia's Central Region has a confirmed case of measles from a local exposure.
The Virginia Department of Health suspects community transmission in the Buckingham County area and believes more cases are likely.
Due to the potential outbreak, VDH has issued updated vaccine recommendations for infants, children, and adults in the affected area.
The Virginia Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of measles in a school age child (5-12 years) in the Central Region, according to a press release from the VDH Central Virginia Region on May 8. The patient did not travel and was exposed to measles locally. To protect the family’s privacy, VDH will not provide any additional information about the patient.

Based on this information, VDH said it has reason to suspect that measles virus is circulating in the Buckingham County area, and that there are likely more cases than have been reported. VDH is advising people in the area to make sure they are up to date on their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, watch for symptoms of measles, and if they feel sick to stay home and contact their healthcare provider.

I don't see anywhere in this article that says there were several cases in DC. Or did I miss it?

You missed the other news articles about the DC cases, which is probably what the OP was referring to.
https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2026/05/confirmed-case-of-measles-in-dc-as-country-faces-significant-resurgence/

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the DC-area: Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles that traveled through the Dulles International Airport on April 23 and April 24.

In a release, VDH said the person traveled internationally and is an out of state resident.

Thank you, I had not seen this.

Measles is now all over the USA. Brought to you by our MAGA/MAHA neighbors.
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html
As of May 7, 2026, the U.S. has reported 1,842 confirmed measles cases across 39 jurisdictions, indicating a significant surge that threatens to surpass 2025's total. With over 90% of cases linked to outbreaks and linked to unvaccinated individuals, officials warn of increased risk during summer travel.

all those people traveling internationally... are MAGA? That doesn't compute.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:DC has multiple confirmed cases of measles, and it now appears to be spreading locally in Virginia. Sad times for our public health system.

https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2026/05/09/measles-case-confirmed-in-central-virginia-local-spread-suspected/90008594007/

Measles case confirmed in Central Virginia, local spread suspected

A school-aged child in Virginia's Central Region has a confirmed case of measles from a local exposure.
The Virginia Department of Health suspects community transmission in the Buckingham County area and believes more cases are likely.
Due to the potential outbreak, VDH has issued updated vaccine recommendations for infants, children, and adults in the affected area.
The Virginia Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of measles in a school age child (5-12 years) in the Central Region, according to a press release from the VDH Central Virginia Region on May 8. The patient did not travel and was exposed to measles locally. To protect the family’s privacy, VDH will not provide any additional information about the patient.

Based on this information, VDH said it has reason to suspect that measles virus is circulating in the Buckingham County area, and that there are likely more cases than have been reported. VDH is advising people in the area to make sure they are up to date on their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, watch for symptoms of measles, and if they feel sick to stay home and contact their healthcare provider.

I don't see anywhere in this article that says there were several cases in DC. Or did I miss it?

You missed the other news articles about the DC cases, which is probably what the OP was referring to.
https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2026/05/confirmed-case-of-measles-in-dc-as-country-faces-significant-resurgence/

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the DC-area: Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles that traveled through the Dulles International Airport on April 23 and April 24.

In a release, VDH said the person traveled internationally and is an out of state resident.

Thank you, I had not seen this.

Measles is now all over the USA. Brought to you by our MAGA/MAHA neighbors.
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html
As of May 7, 2026, the U.S. has reported 1,842 confirmed measles cases across 39 jurisdictions, indicating a significant surge that threatens to surpass 2025's total. With over 90% of cases linked to outbreaks and linked to unvaccinated individuals, officials warn of increased risk during summer travel.

all those people traveling internationally... are MAGA? That doesn't compute.

I don't have data of who travels internationally by political affiliation, but did you miss the part that 90% of caess are linked to unvaxxed individuals? There are studies that show that Republicans have a much higher level of vaccine skepticism generally.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:DC has multiple confirmed cases of measles, and it now appears to be spreading locally in Virginia. Sad times for our public health system.

https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2026/05/09/measles-case-confirmed-in-central-virginia-local-spread-suspected/90008594007/

Measles case confirmed in Central Virginia, local spread suspected

A school-aged child in Virginia's Central Region has a confirmed case of measles from a local exposure.
The Virginia Department of Health suspects community transmission in the Buckingham County area and believes more cases are likely.
Due to the potential outbreak, VDH has issued updated vaccine recommendations for infants, children, and adults in the affected area.
The Virginia Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of measles in a school age child (5-12 years) in the Central Region, according to a press release from the VDH Central Virginia Region on May 8. The patient did not travel and was exposed to measles locally. To protect the family’s privacy, VDH will not provide any additional information about the patient.

Based on this information, VDH said it has reason to suspect that measles virus is circulating in the Buckingham County area, and that there are likely more cases than have been reported. VDH is advising people in the area to make sure they are up to date on their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, watch for symptoms of measles, and if they feel sick to stay home and contact their healthcare provider.

I don't see anywhere in this article that says there were several cases in DC. Or did I miss it?

You missed the other news articles about the DC cases, which is probably what the OP was referring to.
https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2026/05/confirmed-case-of-measles-in-dc-as-country-faces-significant-resurgence/

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the DC-area: Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles that traveled through the Dulles International Airport on April 23 and April 24.

In a release, VDH said the person traveled internationally and is an out of state resident.

Thank you, I had not seen this.

Measles is now all over the USA. Brought to you by our MAGA/MAHA neighbors.
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html
As of May 7, 2026, the U.S. has reported 1,842 confirmed measles cases across 39 jurisdictions, indicating a significant surge that threatens to surpass 2025's total. With over 90% of cases linked to outbreaks and linked to unvaccinated individuals, officials warn of increased risk during summer travel.

all those people traveling internationally... are MAGA? That doesn't compute.

I don't have data of who travels internationally by political affiliation, but did you miss the part that 90% of caess are linked to unvaxxed individuals? There are studies that show that Republicans have a much higher level of vaccine skepticism generally.

It also wouldn't be a problem if we had heard immunity. But we've fallen below that in a ton of areas and it can race through the population now.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:DC has multiple confirmed cases of measles, and it now appears to be spreading locally in Virginia. Sad times for our public health system.

https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2026/05/09/measles-case-confirmed-in-central-virginia-local-spread-suspected/90008594007/

Measles case confirmed in Central Virginia, local spread suspected

A school-aged child in Virginia's Central Region has a confirmed case of measles from a local exposure.
The Virginia Department of Health suspects community transmission in the Buckingham County area and believes more cases are likely.
Due to the potential outbreak, VDH has issued updated vaccine recommendations for infants, children, and adults in the affected area.
The Virginia Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of measles in a school age child (5-12 years) in the Central Region, according to a press release from the VDH Central Virginia Region on May 8. The patient did not travel and was exposed to measles locally. To protect the family’s privacy, VDH will not provide any additional information about the patient.

Based on this information, VDH said it has reason to suspect that measles virus is circulating in the Buckingham County area, and that there are likely more cases than have been reported. VDH is advising people in the area to make sure they are up to date on their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, watch for symptoms of measles, and if they feel sick to stay home and contact their healthcare provider.

I don't see anywhere in this article that says there were several cases in DC. Or did I miss it?

You missed the other news articles about the DC cases, which is probably what the OP was referring to.
https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2026/05/confirmed-case-of-measles-in-dc-as-country-faces-significant-resurgence/

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the DC-area: Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles that traveled through the Dulles International Airport on April 23 and April 24.

In a release, VDH said the person traveled internationally and is an out of state resident.

Thank you, I had not seen this.

Measles is now all over the USA. Brought to you by our MAGA/MAHA neighbors.
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html
As of May 7, 2026, the U.S. has reported 1,842 confirmed measles cases across 39 jurisdictions, indicating a significant surge that threatens to surpass 2025's total. With over 90% of cases linked to outbreaks and linked to unvaccinated individuals, officials warn of increased risk during summer travel.

all those people traveling internationally... are MAGA? That doesn't compute.

I don't have data of who travels internationally by political affiliation, but did you miss the part that 90% of caess are linked to unvaxxed individuals? There are studies that show that Republicans have a much higher level of vaccine skepticism generally.

It also wouldn't be a problem if we had heard immunity. But we've fallen below that in a ton of areas and it can race through the population now.

If you mean herd immunity, it would still be a problem for the unvaccinated (like babies) and the medically fragile. But you're right that higher rates of vaccination would help.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:DC has multiple confirmed cases of measles, and it now appears to be spreading locally in Virginia. Sad times for our public health system.

https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2026/05/09/measles-case-confirmed-in-central-virginia-local-spread-suspected/90008594007/

Measles case confirmed in Central Virginia, local spread suspected

A school-aged child in Virginia's Central Region has a confirmed case of measles from a local exposure.
The Virginia Department of Health suspects community transmission in the Buckingham County area and believes more cases are likely.
Due to the potential outbreak, VDH has issued updated vaccine recommendations for infants, children, and adults in the affected area.
The Virginia Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of measles in a school age child (5-12 years) in the Central Region, according to a press release from the VDH Central Virginia Region on May 8. The patient did not travel and was exposed to measles locally. To protect the family’s privacy, VDH will not provide any additional information about the patient.

Based on this information, VDH said it has reason to suspect that measles virus is circulating in the Buckingham County area, and that there are likely more cases than have been reported. VDH is advising people in the area to make sure they are up to date on their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, watch for symptoms of measles, and if they feel sick to stay home and contact their healthcare provider.

I don't see anywhere in this article that says there were several cases in DC. Or did I miss it?

You missed the other news articles about the DC cases, which is probably what the OP was referring to.
https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2026/05/confirmed-case-of-measles-in-dc-as-country-faces-significant-resurgence/

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the DC-area: Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles that traveled through the Dulles International Airport on April 23 and April 24.

In a release, VDH said the person traveled internationally and is an out of state resident.

Thank you, I had not seen this.

Measles is now all over the USA. Brought to you by our MAGA/MAHA neighbors.
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html
As of May 7, 2026, the U.S. has reported 1,842 confirmed measles cases across 39 jurisdictions, indicating a significant surge that threatens to surpass 2025's total. With over 90% of cases linked to outbreaks and linked to unvaccinated individuals, officials warn of increased risk during summer travel.

all those people traveling internationally... are MAGA? That doesn't compute.

I don't have data of who travels internationally by political affiliation, but did you miss the part that 90% of caess are linked to unvaxxed individuals? There are studies that show that Republicans have a much higher level of vaccine skepticism generally.

It also wouldn't be a problem if we had heard immunity. But we've fallen below that in a ton of areas and it can race through the population now.

If you mean herd immunity, it would still be a problem for the unvaccinated (like babies) and the medically fragile. But you're right that higher rates of vaccination would help.

Autocorrect got me.

The pediatricians on social media are sounding the alarm that the vaccination rates are lower than you think because it's measured at school entrance. They're only seeing about 75% vaccination rates in the ER.

It's risking becoming endemic again in the US, which will be very bad news for babies and the immunocompromised.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:DC has multiple confirmed cases of measles, and it now appears to be spreading locally in Virginia. Sad times for our public health system.

https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2026/05/09/measles-case-confirmed-in-central-virginia-local-spread-suspected/90008594007/

Measles case confirmed in Central Virginia, local spread suspected

A school-aged child in Virginia's Central Region has a confirmed case of measles from a local exposure.
The Virginia Department of Health suspects community transmission in the Buckingham County area and believes more cases are likely.
Due to the potential outbreak, VDH has issued updated vaccine recommendations for infants, children, and adults in the affected area.
The Virginia Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of measles in a school age child (5-12 years) in the Central Region, according to a press release from the VDH Central Virginia Region on May 8. The patient did not travel and was exposed to measles locally. To protect the family’s privacy, VDH will not provide any additional information about the patient.

Based on this information, VDH said it has reason to suspect that measles virus is circulating in the Buckingham County area, and that there are likely more cases than have been reported. VDH is advising people in the area to make sure they are up to date on their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, watch for symptoms of measles, and if they feel sick to stay home and contact their healthcare provider.

I don't see anywhere in this article that says there were several cases in DC. Or did I miss it?

You missed the other news articles about the DC cases, which is probably what the OP was referring to.
https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2026/05/confirmed-case-of-measles-in-dc-as-country-faces-significant-resurgence/

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the DC-area: Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles that traveled through the Dulles International Airport on April 23 and April 24.

In a release, VDH said the person traveled internationally and is an out of state resident.

Thank you, I had not seen this.

Measles is now all over the USA. Brought to you by our MAGA/MAHA neighbors.
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html
As of May 7, 2026, the U.S. has reported 1,842 confirmed measles cases across 39 jurisdictions, indicating a significant surge that threatens to surpass 2025's total. With over 90% of cases linked to outbreaks and linked to unvaccinated individuals, officials warn of increased risk during summer travel.

all those people traveling internationally... are MAGA? That doesn't compute.

I don't have data of who travels internationally by political affiliation, but did you miss the part that 90% of caess are linked to unvaxxed individuals? There are studies that show that Republicans have a much higher level of vaccine skepticism generally.

Well so do certain autoimmune people and many other groups. Without proof you're making illogical conclusions. Minnesota has a very high rate of unvaccinated. Concentrated in Minneapolis. As a hint, it's not MAGA.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:DC has multiple confirmed cases of measles, and it now appears to be spreading locally in Virginia. Sad times for our public health system.

https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2026/05/09/measles-case-confirmed-in-central-virginia-local-spread-suspected/90008594007/

Measles case confirmed in Central Virginia, local spread suspected

A school-aged child in Virginia's Central Region has a confirmed case of measles from a local exposure.
The Virginia Department of Health suspects community transmission in the Buckingham County area and believes more cases are likely.
Due to the potential outbreak, VDH has issued updated vaccine recommendations for infants, children, and adults in the affected area.
The Virginia Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of measles in a school age child (5-12 years) in the Central Region, according to a press release from the VDH Central Virginia Region on May 8. The patient did not travel and was exposed to measles locally. To protect the family’s privacy, VDH will not provide any additional information about the patient.

Based on this information, VDH said it has reason to suspect that measles virus is circulating in the Buckingham County area, and that there are likely more cases than have been reported. VDH is advising people in the area to make sure they are up to date on their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, watch for symptoms of measles, and if they feel sick to stay home and contact their healthcare provider.

I don't see anywhere in this article that says there were several cases in DC. Or did I miss it?

You missed the other news articles about the DC cases, which is probably what the OP was referring to.
https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2026/05/confirmed-case-of-measles-in-dc-as-country-faces-significant-resurgence/

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the DC-area: Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles that traveled through the Dulles International Airport on April 23 and April 24.

In a release, VDH said the person traveled internationally and is an out of state resident.

Thank you, I had not seen this.

Measles is now all over the USA. Brought to you by our MAGA/MAHA neighbors.
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html
As of May 7, 2026, the U.S. has reported 1,842 confirmed measles cases across 39 jurisdictions, indicating a significant surge that threatens to surpass 2025's total. With over 90% of cases linked to outbreaks and linked to unvaccinated individuals, officials warn of increased risk during summer travel.

all those people traveling internationally... are MAGA? That doesn't compute.

I don't have data of who travels internationally by political affiliation, but did you miss the part that 90% of caess are linked to unvaxxed individuals? There are studies that show that Republicans have a much higher level of vaccine skepticism generally.

Well so do certain autoimmune people and many other groups. Without proof you're making illogical conclusions. Minnesota has a very high rate of unvaccinated. Concentrated in Minneapolis. As a hint, it's not MAGA.

You're not reading carefully. The PP wrote MAGA/MAHA not just MAGA. And I'm not sure why you're picking on Minneapolis (or I guess I have some idea that your views of why you're picking on Mineappolis if you're MAGA), but the states with the lowest measles vaccination rates are Idaho (79.6 percent) and Alaska (84.3%).

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:DC has multiple confirmed cases of measles, and it now appears to be spreading locally in Virginia. Sad times for our public health system.

https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2026/05/09/measles-case-confirmed-in-central-virginia-local-spread-suspected/90008594007/

Measles case confirmed in Central Virginia, local spread suspected

A school-aged child in Virginia's Central Region has a confirmed case of measles from a local exposure.
The Virginia Department of Health suspects community transmission in the Buckingham County area and believes more cases are likely.
Due to the potential outbreak, VDH has issued updated vaccine recommendations for infants, children, and adults in the affected area.
The Virginia Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of measles in a school age child (5-12 years) in the Central Region, according to a press release from the VDH Central Virginia Region on May 8. The patient did not travel and was exposed to measles locally. To protect the family’s privacy, VDH will not provide any additional information about the patient.

Based on this information, VDH said it has reason to suspect that measles virus is circulating in the Buckingham County area, and that there are likely more cases than have been reported. VDH is advising people in the area to make sure they are up to date on their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, watch for symptoms of measles, and if they feel sick to stay home and contact their healthcare provider.

I don't see anywhere in this article that says there were several cases in DC. Or did I miss it?

You missed the other news articles about the DC cases, which is probably what the OP was referring to.
https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2026/05/confirmed-case-of-measles-in-dc-as-country-faces-significant-resurgence/

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the DC-area: Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles that traveled through the Dulles International Airport on April 23 and April 24.

In a release, VDH said the person traveled internationally and is an out of state resident.

Thank you, I had not seen this.

Measles is now all over the USA. Brought to you by our MAGA/MAHA neighbors.
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html
As of May 7, 2026, the U.S. has reported 1,842 confirmed measles cases across 39 jurisdictions, indicating a significant surge that threatens to surpass 2025's total. With over 90% of cases linked to outbreaks and linked to unvaccinated individuals, officials warn of increased risk during summer travel.

all those people traveling internationally... are MAGA? That doesn't compute.

I don't have data of who travels internationally by political affiliation, but did you miss the part that 90% of caess are linked to unvaxxed individuals? There are studies that show that Republicans have a much higher level of vaccine skepticism generally.

Well so do certain autoimmune people and many other groups. Without proof you're making illogical conclusions. Minnesota has a very high rate of unvaccinated. Concentrated in Minneapolis. As a hint, it's not MAGA.

You're not reading carefully. The PP wrote MAGA/MAHA not just MAGA. And I'm not sure why you're picking on Minneapolis (or I guess I have some idea that your views of why you're picking on Mineappolis if you're MAGA), but the states with the lowest measles vaccination rates are Idaho (79.6 percent) and Alaska (84.3%).

Right so we're going to cherrypick information. I doubt the Minnesotans are MAHA/MAGA.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:DC has multiple confirmed cases of measles, and it now appears to be spreading locally in Virginia. Sad times for our public health system.

https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2026/05/09/measles-case-confirmed-in-central-virginia-local-spread-suspected/90008594007/

Measles case confirmed in Central Virginia, local spread suspected

A school-aged child in Virginia's Central Region has a confirmed case of measles from a local exposure.
The Virginia Department of Health suspects community transmission in the Buckingham County area and believes more cases are likely.
Due to the potential outbreak, VDH has issued updated vaccine recommendations for infants, children, and adults in the affected area.
The Virginia Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of measles in a school age child (5-12 years) in the Central Region, according to a press release from the VDH Central Virginia Region on May 8. The patient did not travel and was exposed to measles locally. To protect the family’s privacy, VDH will not provide any additional information about the patient.

Based on this information, VDH said it has reason to suspect that measles virus is circulating in the Buckingham County area, and that there are likely more cases than have been reported. VDH is advising people in the area to make sure they are up to date on their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, watch for symptoms of measles, and if they feel sick to stay home and contact their healthcare provider.

I don't see anywhere in this article that says there were several cases in DC. Or did I miss it?

You missed the other news articles about the DC cases, which is probably what the OP was referring to.
https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2026/05/confirmed-case-of-measles-in-dc-as-country-faces-significant-resurgence/

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the DC-area: Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles that traveled through the Dulles International Airport on April 23 and April 24.

In a release, VDH said the person traveled internationally and is an out of state resident.

Thank you, I had not seen this.

Measles is now all over the USA. Brought to you by our MAGA/MAHA neighbors.
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html
As of May 7, 2026, the U.S. has reported 1,842 confirmed measles cases across 39 jurisdictions, indicating a significant surge that threatens to surpass 2025's total. With over 90% of cases linked to outbreaks and linked to unvaccinated individuals, officials warn of increased risk during summer travel.

all those people traveling internationally... are MAGA? That doesn't compute.

I don't have data of who travels internationally by political affiliation, but did you miss the part that 90% of caess are linked to unvaxxed individuals? There are studies that show that Republicans have a much higher level of vaccine skepticism generally.

Well so do certain autoimmune people and many other groups. Without proof you're making illogical conclusions. Minnesota has a very high rate of unvaccinated. Concentrated in Minneapolis. As a hint, it's not MAGA.

You're not reading carefully. The PP wrote MAGA/MAHA not just MAGA. And I'm not sure why you're picking on Minneapolis (or I guess I have some idea that your views of why you're picking on Mineappolis if you're MAGA), but the states with the lowest measles vaccination rates are Idaho (79.6 percent) and Alaska (84.3%).

Right so we're going to cherrypick information. I doubt the Minnesotans are MAHA/MAGA.

What evidence do you have for that. There are plenty of MAHA in California and liberal cities.

[Anonymous]

https://people.com/more-than-600-sickened-utah-measles-11955900

More Than 600 Sickened in Utah Measles Outbreak as Vaccination Rates Drop
Plummeting vaccine rates are fueling a spike in measles cases in the U.S. as just a handful of states meet the threshold required to stop the spread of the virus

[Anonymous]

Buckingham Count isn't anywhere close to the DMV.

[Anonymous]

Darwinism coming for the unfit MAGAs. Keep your distance!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:DC has multiple confirmed cases of measles, and it now appears to be spreading locally in Virginia. Sad times for our public health system.

https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2026/05/09/measles-case-confirmed-in-central-virginia-local-spread-suspected/90008594007/

Measles case confirmed in Central Virginia, local spread suspected

A school-aged child in Virginia's Central Region has a confirmed case of measles from a local exposure.
The Virginia Department of Health suspects community transmission in the Buckingham County area and believes more cases are likely.
Due to the potential outbreak, VDH has issued updated vaccine recommendations for infants, children, and adults in the affected area.
The Virginia Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of measles in a school age child (5-12 years) in the Central Region, according to a press release from the VDH Central Virginia Region on May 8. The patient did not travel and was exposed to measles locally. To protect the family’s privacy, VDH will not provide any additional information about the patient.

Based on this information, VDH said it has reason to suspect that measles virus is circulating in the Buckingham County area, and that there are likely more cases than have been reported. VDH is advising people in the area to make sure they are up to date on their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, watch for symptoms of measles, and if they feel sick to stay home and contact their healthcare provider.

I don't see anywhere in this article that says there were several cases in DC. Or did I miss it?

You missed the other news articles about the DC cases, which is probably what the OP was referring to.
https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2026/05/confirmed-case-of-measles-in-dc-as-country-faces-significant-resurgence/

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the DC-area: Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Health was notified of a confirmed case of measles that traveled through the Dulles International Airport on April 23 and April 24.

In a release, VDH said the person traveled internationally and is an out of state resident.

There are other cases in the DMV.