Utah Experiences Prolonged Measles Outbreaks Due to Low Vaccination

Utah has been contending with measles outbreaks for a full year, with over 680 cases reported since June 2025. The disease has spread widely, particularly in communities with insufficient vaccination rates across most counties. State data reveals that a significant percentage of kindergarteners statewide are not vaccinated against measles, falling below the necessary 95% threshold for herd immunity.