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ENHANCED SURVEILLANCE ALERT
Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH)
Public Health Measles Alert for Healthcare Providers: 03/31/2026
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Maricopa County Measles Outbreak Closed |
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Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) has closed our latest measles outbreak (four cases total) after two full incubation periods (42 days) without additional cases. With this closure, early MMR vaccination to infants 6-11 months in Maricopa County, is no longer recommended.
While the outbreak is closed, we continue to encourage providers to consider measles in the differential of unvaccinated individuals who present with fever and a rash. Healthcare providers can continue to report suspect cases of measles to MCDPH by calling (602) 506-3747.
Additional information on measles and this outbreak can be found on the Maricopa County Department of Public Health Measles website.
It is recommended that Maricopa County providers:
- Consider measles in the differential of unvaccinated individuals who present with fever and a rash, especially with recent travel.
- Minimize exposures of patients and staff utilizing the below infection control guidance.
- Make sure that all patients and clinical staff are adequately vaccinated.
Immediately report suspect cases of measles to Maricopa County Department of Public Health by calling (602) 506-3747
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Thank you for your continued collaboration and partnership.
Maricopa County Department of Public Health
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