New Jersey Health Commissioner Recommends Measles Vaccination Amidst Rising U.S. Cases

New Jersey Health Commissioner Dr. Raynard E. Washington is advising residents to verify their measles vaccination status and take precautions, as the U.S. records its largest outbreak in decades. With 2,777 confirmed cases nationwide and two fatalities in Pennsylvania as of August 20, 2026, the highly contagious virus poses a significant public health concern, prompting vigilance even without a current New Jersey outbreak.