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title: "UK Measles Cases Increase, Losing Elimination Status"
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source_name: "The Lancet Infectious Diseases"
source_url: "https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laninf/article/PIIS1473-3099(26)00111-8/fulltext?rss=yes"
published_at: "2026-02-24T23:30:03.000Z"
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# UK Measles Cases Increase, Losing Elimination Status
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- **Published At:** 2026-02-24T23:30:03.000Z
## Executive Summary & Key Highlights
Lab-confirmed measles cases surged to 130 in England by February 19, following the WHO's announcement that the UK lost its elimination status on January 26.
## In-Depth Reporting & Editorial Analysis
As of February 19, England reported 130 lab-confirmed cases of measles. This increase comes after the World Health Organization (WHO) announced on January 26, 2026, that the UK had lost its measles elimination status. The rise in cases highlights concerns regarding public health measures and vaccination coverage in the region. Details surrounding the response to this outbreak have not been reported.
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