Measles in Wisconsin

A magnified, colorized microscopic image shows a round orange and yellow particle with a dark red border against a mottled green background.

Health & Welfare

Infant’s death linked to measles outbreak in southwest Wisconsin

by Hope Kirwan / WPR November 6, 2026November 6, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

It’s the state’s first death connected to the ongoing outbreak that’s included nearly 400 cases across four southwestern counties.

A vial and box labeled “Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Virus Vaccine” sit on a counter.

Guest opinion: As vaccine guidance shifts, Wisconsin families should follow the evidence

by Rob Gundermann August 24, 2026August 24, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Woman holds door open for another at measles clinic.

Health & Welfare

Low vaccination rates drive southwest Wisconsin measles outbreak

by Hope Kirwan / WPR August 22, 2026August 22, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A vial and box labeled "Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Virus Vaccine Live M-M-R II" sit on a table, with "VFC" written on the box and blue-capped vials visible inside.

Education, Health & Welfare

Measles is in Wisconsin. Are Milwaukee schools vulnerable?

by Alex Klaus / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service February 13, 2026February 12, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Are aborted fetal cells used to make the MMR vaccine?

by Sreejita Patra / Wisconsin Watch August 7, 2025August 7, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Health & Welfare

‘I would never wish it on anyone:’ Measles resurgence spurs memories of past toll in Wisconsin

by Janelle Mella / Wisconsin Watch August 4, 2025February 10, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A single-dose vial of the M-M-R II vaccine, used to protect against measles, mumps, and rubella, sits on a table next to boxes and additional vials. The label indicates it is manufactured by Merck. The photo highlights the vaccine's packaging and branding in a clinical or medical setting.

Health & Welfare

Measles has made it to Wisconsin. Here’s what to know about the virus.

by Janelle Mella / Wisconsin Watch August 4, 2025August 4, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A magnified, colorized microscopic image shows a round orange and yellow particle with a dark red border against a mottled green background.

Health & Welfare

Did you witness measles outbreaks decades ago? Share your experience

by Janelle Mella / Wisconsin Watch July 2, 2025July 1, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A single-dose vial of the M-M-R II vaccine, used to protect against measles, mumps, and rubella, sits on a table next to boxes and additional vials. The label indicates it is manufactured by Merck. The photo highlights the vaccine's packaging and branding in a clinical or medical setting.

Forward, Health & Welfare

DataWatch: Measles will likely arrive in Wisconsin. Here’s where vaccination rates are trending

by Khushboo Rathore / Wisconsin Watch June 23, 2025August 1, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Woman holds door open for another at measles clinic.

Forward, Health & Welfare

Wisconsin, once a leader in childhood vaccinations, now a leader in vaccine skepticism

by Tom Kertscher / Wisconsin Watch June 2, 2025August 1, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Measles testing sign outside building

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Help Wisconsin Watch report on measles prevention

by Jim Malewitz / Wisconsin Watch and Khushboo Rathore / Wisconsin Watch May 21, 2025August 3, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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