The first measles death in nearly a decade was reported in Texas as outbreaks are growing and cases have now started popping up on the East Coast. Rhode Island, New Jersey and New York City are on
The New Jersey Department of Health confirmed an initial measles case on Feb. 14 in an unvaccinated individual, and by Feb. 20, two additional cases were identified in people who had close contact with the original patient.
Currently, Connecticut has no measles cases. However, across state lines, both Rhode Island and New York have each seen one case so far this year. Here's which states have reported cases in 2025, as of Feb. 25:
Currently, New Hampshire has no measles cases. However in the Northeast, Rhode Island has seen one case so far this year as has New York. Here's which states have reported cases in 2025, as of Feb. 25: