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Epidemiology update: 1,814 U.S. measles cases in 2026; 10 confirmed in Michigan
Summary
Epidemiologist Sara Palmer reported declining flu, COVID-19 and RSV activity but rising measles surveillance: 1,814 confirmed U.S. cases so far in 2026, with 10 confirmed in Michigan (7 in Washtenaw; 1 each in Macomb, Oakland and Ottawa counties). BCHD said it is mapping vaccination rates and hosting a web resource.
Sara Palmer presented epidemiology data to the board, reporting that flu, COVID‑19 and RSV activity are declining. She said there have been 1,814 confirmed measles cases in the United States so far in 2026 and that the state has reported 10 confirmed cases (7 in Washtenaw County and one each in Macomb, Oakland and Ottawa counties). Palmer said the CDC is supporting states with epidemiology aid and that BCHD maintains a webpage with updated information and mapping of vaccine rates.
Medical Director Dr. Beyer separately noted coordination with vendors to set up post‑exposure procedures, provider alerts and standing orders; both updates were presented for board awareness and no policy action was taken during the meeting.
