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Measles outbreak triples in Australia, health alerts issued
Health authorities issue alerts as measles cases surge nearly threefold in 2025. The highly contagious virus spreads via travel, with vaccination coverage dropping below the critical 95% threshold. Check your immunisation status now.
US measles outbreak surpasses 2,000 cases
The US has recorded over 2,000 measles cases in 2025, the highest number in three decades. Experts warn falling vaccination rates are driving the preventable outbreak. Read the full analysis.
Measles Alert for UK Travellers After Asia Flight
Health authorities issue urgent warning after measles case detected on flight from Jakarta. Travellers at Sydney Airport and hospital waiting room urged to watch for symptoms. Check your vaccination status.
Measles Exposure Alert at Newark Airport
Health officials warn thousands may have been exposed to measles at Newark Airport on Dec 19. Symptoms could appear until Jan 2, 2026. Check your vaccination status now.
US Measles Outbreak: 1,958 Cases, Holiday Travel Risk
A major measles outbreak in the US, with 1,958 cases and three deaths, poses a risk as millions travel for holidays. Experts warn falling vaccination rates are to blame. Read more.
US Measles Outbreak: Over 1,900 Cases Reported
A major measles outbreak is surging across the US, with nearly 2,000 cases this year. Health officials warn falling vaccination rates, driven by misinformation, are to blame. Read the full report.
Anti-Vaccine Group Defends RFK Jr During Major Measles Outbreak
As the US faces its worst measles year in three decades, the anti-vaccine group Children's Health Defence, formerly led by Health Secretary RFK Jr, is circulating misinformation, downplaying the disease's dangers. Public health experts warn this undermine
UK warns travellers after Cape Verde diarrhoea outbreak
The FCDO is investigating a sharp rise in shigella infections in UK travellers returning from Cape Verde. Over 100 cases linked to the winter sun destination. Learn more.
UK Measles Cases Soar 831% Amid Vaccination Decline
Global measles cases are surging, with a staggering 831% rise in the UK over a decade. Experts warn crumbling health systems and online misinformation are fuelling the crisis, putting millions of children at risk.
China's H3N2 flu outbreak overwhelms hospitals
Hospitals across 17 Chinese provinces are overwhelmed by a severe H3N2 influenza outbreak, with children hardest hit. Read the latest on the response and risks.
Measles Vaccinations Begin in Rebel-Held Eastern Congo
Vaccines finally arrive in conflict-hit eastern Congo nearly a year after a deadly measles outbreak began. MSF launches a critical campaign as cases soar above 36,000.
Festive Covid Booster Warning for Australia and NZ
Health experts urge Australians and New Zealanders to update Covid boosters as festive season begins. Protection wanes, and Omicron is still detected in wastewater, increasing risks.
Measles Cases Rise: UKHSA Urges MMR Vaccine Check
UK health officials report 847 measles cases in England, a rise of 36. With 69% in children under 10, parents are urged to check MMR vaccine status immediately.
CDC changes vaccine-autism guidance amid controversy
The CDC has controversially updated its autism-vaccine webpage, suggesting studies haven't ruled out links. Experts warn this politicises public health and risks preventable disease resurgence.
Canada loses measles-free status amid outbreak
Canada's measles-free status revoked after major outbreak. Expert warns declining vaccination rates and trust in science put the US at imminent risk. Learn the facts.
5 Million Brits Urged to Get Vaccinations Amid Health Alert
Health authorities issue urgent warning as measles and whooping cough cases surge across Britain. Discover if you're among those at risk and how to protect your family.
US Measles Outbreak Threatens Elimination Status
America's measles elimination status faces unprecedented threat as outbreaks spread across multiple states, driven by falling vaccination rates and international travel.
Measles Outbreak Alert in Western Australia
Health authorities scramble to contain a dangerous measles outbreak in Western Australia after multiple confirmed cases. Exclusive details on exposure locations and urgent vaccination advice.
Measles Outbreak Hits South Carolina - Vaccination Warning
Health officials in South Carolina are battling a measles outbreak as unvaccinated children contract the highly contagious disease. Discover why this childhood illness is making a dangerous comeback and what it means for public health.
NHS Urgent Measles Warning as Cases Surge
Health officials sound alarm over rising measles outbreaks as vaccination rates fall below safety thresholds. Parents urged to check children's MMR status immediately.
Queensland measles outbreak: Urgent health warning issued
Health authorities issue urgent measles alert after confirmed cases across Queensland, including Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Public health warning as infectious disease spreads.
Measles Outbreak Quarantines University Students
A dangerous measles outbreak has forced multiple students into quarantine at a South Carolina university, exposing critical gaps in vaccination coverage and raising alarm among health authorities.
Mystery illness outbreak investigated across England
Public Health England launches urgent investigation as unexplained vomiting and diarrhoea cases emerge in Birmingham, Bridgwater, and surrounding areas. Health authorities work to identify source.
Texas Measles Outbreak: Urgent Health Alert
Health officials sound alarm as measles cases surface in Texas. Learn the crucial symptoms, vaccination importance and protection measures in this developing outbreak.
1 in 4 children miss vaccinations as rates plummet
A concerned mother's emotional warning as NHS data shows vaccination rates plummeting across England, putting children at risk of preventable diseases.
CDC defends MMR vaccine as Trump pushes separated shots
US health authorities reaffirm MMR vaccine safety as Donald Trump advocates for individual measles, mumps, and rubella injections. Medical experts caution this unproven approach could increase risks.
South Carolina Measles Outbreak Hits Record High
Health authorities in South Carolina are battling a record-breaking measles outbreak as cases surge to unprecedented levels. Experts warn the highly contagious virus poses serious risks, particularly to unvaccinated children and vulnerable populations.
Brits born after this date now unprotected against measles
A major study reveals Brits born after a specific cutoff date are now completely unprotected against a common and dangerous virus. Find out if you're at risk.
Maps Show US Measles Crisis as Vaccinations Decline
Exclusive Daily Mail maps expose the devastating comeback of measles across the United States, directly linked to a dangerous decline in MMR vaccination rates. Health experts warn of a growing public health crisis.
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