ALBANY, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Health launched its new “measles dashboard” on Tuesday.
The Department of Health said the dashboard allows the public and healthcare officials to track local health risks and raise awareness about measles.
As part of the launch, the department is also alerting the public and healthcare providers to an increase in measles cases in the capital, central and western regions of the state. The department is encouraging all New Yorkers to ensure they are up to date on required immunizations.
You can view the measles dashboard at this link.
The dashboard shows the number of confirmed cases of measles in each New York State county.
“Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious illness and hospitalizations, yet it is effectively prevented with up-to-date measles immunizations,” said New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald. “I urge New Yorkers to check their vaccination status and make sure that they and their families are protected. I also ask health providers to be prepared to diagnose and treat any measles they encounter.”
As of Sept. 12, there are 57 cases confirmed in New York State. Steuben, Seneca and Otsego Counties have the most, with 10, 9 and 7, respectively.
On Sept. 11, health officials in Central New York warned of several confirmed cases in Cayuga, Cortland and Madison counties.
Measles was initially eradicated in the United States in 2000 before resurfacing. There are more than 3,100 cases reported nationwide in 2026.