Measles

Europe in Motion

Measles cases are dropping, but is Europe out of danger?

At least eight European countries have reported a steep increase in cases, despite a general downward trend.

13 February 2026

Health news

Measles threat persists in Europe amid vaccine hesitancy, experts warn

Health agencies warn that measles remains a challenge in Europe despite a 2025 decline from the previous year's record high, urging urgent action on vaccination hesitancy.

11 February 2026

Health news

Falling vaccination rates drive measles resurgence across Europe

Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Uzbekistan are no longer recognised as measles-free following a spike in cases in 2024.

27 January 2026

Health news

Measles cases surge in Europe amid rise in global outbreaks, WHO says

Measles deaths have plummeted worldwide since the turn of the century, but health officials warn that there are troubling signs that it is now resurging.

28 November 2025

Health news

Canada loses measles-free status as yearlong outbreak drags on

Canada was first declared measles-free in 1998.

10 November 2025

Health news

More young children in England are missing routine vaccinations

The UK data mirrors trends elsewhere in Europe, where routine childhood immunisations have fallen in recent years.

28 August 2025

Health news

Childhood vaccinations falling due to vaccine complacency, says WHO

Health officials say complacency around routine vaccinations can make it easier for misinformation to take hold.

15 July 2025

Health news

Parents urged to vaccinate kids after child dies of measles in the UK

The child’s death from measles comes amid an uptick in infections in both the UK and mainland Europe in recent years.

14 July 2025

Health news

US measles cases reach 33-year high

The US has reported 1,288 measles cases so far in 2025, and outbreaks are ongoing in more than dozen states.

10 July 2025

Health news

Which countries in Europe are reporting measles cases in 2025?

A handful of countries have reported measles outbreaks this year, with Romania reporting by far the highest number of cases. Here's where else is seeing a high number of cases in 2025.

3 June 2025

Health news

US health officials urge all travellers to get measles vaccinations

The vaccination guidance comes as countries face an uptick in measles cases this year, including Europe.

3 June 2025

Europe in Motion

Measles in the EU: Which countries are most affected?

March 2024 was the month with the highest recorded cases of measles between 2020 and 2025. Romania is the most affected EU country.

5 May 2025

Health news

Second child dies in US measles outbreak as cases continue to rise

The unvaccinated 8-year-old was from a community in Texas experiencing a large measles outbreak.

7 April 2025

Healthcare

Why Romania’s measles crisis is a warning for all of Europe

A yearslong measles outbreak has exploded in Romania, fueled by anti-vaccine rhetoric, a floundering medical system, and conflicting health guidance. The rest of Europe is far from immune.

25 March 2025

Health news

Europe reports highest number of measles cases in over 25 years

A new report from global health authorities has warned about the rise of measles after a high number of cases in 2024.

14 March 2025

Health news

‘Steep rise’ in measles cases across Europe, health authorities warn

Romania is experiencing the largest measles outbreak, but all countries have reported cases.

12 March 2025