Measles cases surge to 884 across 29 US states in 2025, with three deaths reported, including two children. This increase follows comments by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. seemingly advocating for natural measles infection as an alternative to vaccination. Texas is the hardest-hit state, with 646 cases. Low vaccination rates (2%) among those infected, coupled with predictions of entrenched measles outbreaks, highlight serious public health concerns.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.