Kentucky’s measles outbreak continues to grow

By: Sarah Ladd, Liam Niemeyer

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: August 27, 2026

Words: 690

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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Kentucky’s measles outbreak has increased by 10 new cases, according to state data.

In total the state has now confirmed 29 cases of measles this year, the most seen since 1991, according to the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Of those, 17 were confirmed in August, according to the state’s measles dashboard.

An outbreak is defined as three or more related cases by the Centers for …

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