Virginia Department of Health Updates Measles Outbreak Information for Buckingham and Cumberland Counties

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has updated its information regarding a confirmed measles outbreak in Buckingham and Cumberland Counties, with weekly data for "W31 (2026-08-01)" now available. The outbreak, initially confirmed in Buckingham County on May 13, 2026, and expanded to include Cumberland County on June 25, 2026, continues to prompt recommendations for residents and visitors in the affected areas to consult healthcare providers about additional vaccination. The VDH defines an outbreak as three or more related cases among non-household members and determines geographical expansion when community transmission is detected in new areas.