Minnesota has reported two more measles cases, bringing the total to 20, with 18 of the cases being in children. The two new cases involve unvaccinated children in Ramsey and Hennepin counties.
According to the Minnesota Department of Health, 15 of the 20 cases have been from exposures within the United States, 4 have been imported cases, and 1 case-patient has an unknown exposure.
Last year, Minnesota reported 70 measles cases, but zero in 2023. The Minnesota Department of Health said the children likely contracted measles from an unvaccinated adult.
In Mexico, a large ongoing measles outbreak has resulted in 22 deaths, with 4,879 confirmed cases reported through October 11, according to the Mexico Ministry of Health.
The majority of the cases, 4,380 (90%), have been reported in Chihuahua state.
No additional information is available at this time.
Author's summary: Measles cases rise in Minnesota and Mexico.