U.S. measles cases so far this year now exceed all of 2023
Infections of the highly contagious measles virus have been reported in 17 states in the first three months of 2024.
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Infections of the highly contagious measles virus have been reported in 17 states in the first three months of 2024.
The measles outbreak in Philadelphia has ended but another virus is surging in the region. Plus, hospitals around the area welcomed babies born on Leap Day. These stories and more in this week's Health Watch from CBS News Philadelphia.
A total of nine people tested positive for measles in Philadelphia.
According to health officials, 93% of Philadelphians are up-to-date on their measles vaccine so the outbreak didn't spread further.
The World Health Organization is warning about the rapid spread of measles around the world. As a Florida school district deals with confirmed cases, experts share why we're seeing the rise.
Every week on Health Watch we look at topics that impact our viewers and their wellbeing. In this week's episode, we're talking about the measles threat that is growing and health experts tell us why at least a third of the U.S. is at risk.
The CDC is warning doctors to be on the lookout for measles, which is a growing global health threat.
Nearly 9,000 schools are at risk of a measles outbreak because of low vaccination rates, a CBS News investigation found. Political influences, mistrust and misinformation are some of the reasons for growing vaccine hesitancy, experts say.
Thousands of schools are below a critical threshold to achieve herd immunity against measles, a CBS News investigation found.
Despite a safe and effective vaccine to protect against measles, a decrease in children getting immunized is leading to a comeback of the highly contagious and potentially deadly virus.
Experts say a community with a vaccination rate of 95% or higher is enough to prevent measles from spreading when a case occurs. Learn the symptoms to look for.
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health confirmed a new case of measles earlier this week.
The Philadelphia Health Department says it's the fifth case associated with an outbreak at a day care.
To prevent a further outbreak, the Health Department has compiled a list of times and places where Philadelphia residents can receive the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine for free.
Local health departments have reported measles cases and exposures in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
A Camden County resident who visited two local health facilities and a day care had a confirmed case of measles.
A person in Camden County has a confirmed case of measles and visited two health care facilities in the county this month.
About 20 to 30 people were potentially exposed to measles in late December at Nemours Children's Hospital in Wilmington, the Delaware Department of Health said on Thursday.
Montgomery County health officials are warning residents of possible measles exposures at two locations last week related to the Philadelphia outbreak.
Officials said there are currently no confirmed cases in Montgomery County, but people may have come into contact with someone last week with someone who has tested positive.
So far, eight measles cases have been confirmed during the outbreak in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Department of Public Health says seven of the eight cases are in Philly and the other case is outside the city.
The Philadelphia Health Department commissioner gave updates as the measles outbreak in the region continues to grow.
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health confirms at least four cases of measles in the area and is warning the public about additional possible exposures.
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Philadelphia Soccer 2026 is announcing more details about the FIFA Fan Festival tied to the city's World Cup matches.
Candidates in Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District spoke out at a forum on Wednesday night.
Noah Cates scored on a deflection off goalie Lukas Dostal's skate at 2:17 of overtime and — after a review for offsides on the play — the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Wednesday night.
After a cold start to the morning in the Philadelphia region on Thursday, we will finally get back to normal highs in the low 50s.
A South Jersey nonprofit is teaching women how to defend themselves while also launching a new effort to support those recovering from difficult situations.
Philadelphia Soccer 2026 is announcing more details about the FIFA Fan Festival tied to the city's World Cup matches.
Candidates in Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District spoke out at a forum on Wednesday night.
Additional security checkpoints at PHL are closed as a partial government shutdown affecting TSA drags on.
Six NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament games will be played in Philadelphia. Here's what to know as March Madness returns for the first time since 2022.
Noah Cates scored on a deflection off goalie Lukas Dostal's skate at 2:17 of overtime and — after a review for offsides on the play — the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Wednesday night.
Philadelphia Soccer 2026 is announcing more details about the FIFA Fan Festival tied to the city's World Cup matches.
Candidates in Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District spoke out at a forum on Wednesday night.
A Philadelphia youth wheelchair basketball team is heading south for chance to compete for a national championship after a dominant regular season.
The Lehigh University men's basketball team was knocked out of the NCAA Tournament Wednesday night in a 67-55 loss to Prairie View A&M University in Dayton, Ohio.
Philadelphia is preparing for a surge of major events expected to draw millions of visitors in the coming months.
A South Jersey nonprofit is teaching women how to defend themselves while also launching a new effort to support those recovering from difficult situations.
Crews are working around the clock in Medford Township after Monday night's powerful storm knocked down telephone poles and more.
A Cherry Hill couple is trying to find the origin of the peacock who's now wandering around near their home.
New Jersey parents say their 10-month-old daughter was found with a marijuana vape pen in her mouth at a Voorhees day care.
Officials say James Hadley, a New Jersey coach and educator, may have assaulted other victims.
An EF-1 tornado touched down in Kent County, Delaware, Monday night as severe storms hit the Philadelphia region, the National Weather Service said Tuesday.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
A teenager in Newark, Delaware is being charged with first degree murder after stabbing a rideshare driver multiple times, police say.
Up-and-coming bands are sharing their sound in between the aisles at Fiesta Fresh Farmers Market.
A popular national brand has joined a Philadelphia kidney patient and advocate to raise awareness and save lives.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
New owners say Springfield Hospital could reopen as soon as this year, bring much-needed health care to Delaware County.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
The Walt Whitman Bridge is back open Wednesday after it was closed in both directions Tuesday night because of police activity.
Additional security checkpoints at PHL are closed as a partial government shutdown affecting TSA drags on.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
TSA workers are impacted by the government shutdown and the agency is dealing with staffing constraints, including at PHL.
Philadelphia Soccer 2026 is announcing more details about the FIFA Fan Festival tied to the city's World Cup matches.
Noah Cates scored on a deflection off goalie Lukas Dostal's skate at 2:17 of overtime and — after a review for offsides on the play — the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Wednesday night.
The Lehigh University men's basketball team was knocked out of the NCAA Tournament Wednesday night in a 67-55 loss to Prairie View A&M University in Dayton, Ohio.
Former Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott, known as the "Giant killer," announced his retirement from the NFL Wednesday.
The Philadelphia Eagles are acquiring veteran QB Andy Dalton from the Carolina Panthers for a 2027 seventh-round draft pick.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
A West Philadelphia hip-hop artist is using his music to inspire others and bring people together.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actress at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
The Ministry of Awe on 3rd Street in Philadelphia features five floors of art installations, interactive exhibits and more.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
As the price of brent crude oil tops $116 a barrel amid the ongoing war with Iran, gas prices at the pump are on the rise for drivers in the Delaware Valley. The average price in Philadelphia is $3.93, up 23 cents since Monday. The national average is $3.88 a gallon.
It'll officially be spring at 10:46 a.m. on Friday, and leading up to that we've got a high temperature of 52 on Thursday, with 60s and maybe even 70 degrees ahead this weekend. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
U.S. Marshals are now helping Philadelphia police in the search for Najee Williams, a man who police say is responsible for the murders of two tow truck drivers this winter.
Pennsylvania is getting a $450 million investment from TerraPower as it looks to build a new manufacturing facility in Philadelphia's Bellwether District, on the land formerly occupied by the Philadelphia Energy Solutions refinery.
Travelers were stuck in long lines Thursday morning at Philadelphia International Airport as three TSA security checkpoints remain closed due to staffing issues. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner talked to passengers inside the airport about how the ongoing partial government shutdown is impacting their travel plans.