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Tracking Measles Outbreaks and Cases in the US
Florida reported three measles cases in January 2026 amid a kindergarten vaccination rate of 88.1%, below the 95% needed for herd immunity, increasing local transmission risk.
- On Jan. 17, the Florida Department of Health reported three measles cases in Hillsborough, Manatee and St. Johns counties, according to the Reportable Diseases Frequency Report.
- According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, only 88.1% of Florida kindergarteners were vaccinated against measles in January 17, 2026, below the herd immunity threshold of at least 95%.
- County health departments said three measles cases were reported, with two contracted within Florida and one imported, per state reporting.
- Health officials warn measles is among the most contagious infections, with a 90% secondary infection risk for unvaccinated people and 94% of 2026 cases reported in unvaccinated people.
- Weekly CDC updates show more than 2,200 cases over the last year put the U.S. at risk of losing its measles-elimination status.
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