Oregon's Measles Outbreak Includes 26 Unvaccinated People

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) recently alerted health providers regarding the ongoing community measles virus transmission. In its latest update, the OHA reported 26 confirmed cases, all involving unvaccinated people. 

As of August 8, 2024, 27 jurisdictions had reported 211 measles cases to the U.S. CDC. And 45% of these cases were hospitalized for isolation or for management of measles complications.

For all of 2023, the CDC reported 59 measles cases in 20 jurisdictions.

Did you know that measles is a health risk while traveling?

The CDC republished a global Watch-Level 1, Practice Usual Precautions, Travel Health Notice in late May 2024, identifying measles outbreaks in 53 countries.

The CDC recommends evaluating your family's need for early vaccine doses before any international travel. Measles vaccines are generally available at clinics and pharmacies in the U.S.

After you return from a flight, monitor your health for three weeks and call your healthcare provider if you or your child get sick with a rash and fever.