U.S. Measles Cases Exceed 4,400 as Vaccination Rates Decline
The U.S. has recorded 4,410 measles cases in 2026, already nearly double the 2,289 cases reported in all of 2025. The continued rise in infections comes as MMR vaccination rates among kindergarteners have fallen below the 95% coverage level considered necessary to prevent widespread outbreaks. The increase highlights the importance of maintaining vaccination coverage and monitoring preventable infectious diseases.
FDA Expands Automated Insulin Delivery System Approval to Adults With Type 2 Diabetes
The FDA has approved the Twist automated insulin delivery system for adults aged 18 and older with type 2 diabetes. Previously, the system was approved for children and adults aged 6 and older with type 1 diabetes. The expanded approval makes this technology available to an additional patient population managing diabetes.
Resources: US measles cases top 4,400, far exceeding last year’s totals
FDA clears twiist automated insulin delivery system for adults with type 2 diabetes