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With 21 more measles cases, Wisconsin now approaching 200 for 2026
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel • • health
Key Points:
- Wisconsin has reported 192 measles cases in 2026, with over 180 linked to an outbreak in southwest counties and three cases in Marathon County, mostly among unvaccinated individuals.
- The outbreak in southwest Wisconsin began circulating as early as July, though first reported in mid-September, while cases in Marathon and Chippewa counties are linked to out-of-state travel and not connected to the southwest outbreak.
- Nationwide, there have been over 3,600 measles cases in 2026, with about 9% requiring hospitalization and four deaths reported in Pennsylvania; Wisconsin has had five hospitalizations but no deaths.
- Measles symptoms typically appear 7-14 days after infection and include high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a spreading rash, with white spots inside the mouth; those suspecting infection should avoid contact with others and seek medical advice by phone first.
