The Brief
- Maricopa County health officials have identified six new public measles exposure sites in Phoenix and Chandler after an out-of-state visitor tested positive for the virus.
- The new cases bring the county’s total to 25 confirmed measles cases in 2026, a dramatic increase compared to the historical average of just one case per year.
- Anyone who visited the exposed locations between July 12 and July 13 should verify their MMR vaccination status and watch for symptoms like a high fever and rash.
PHOENIX – A visitor to Maricopa County has tested positive for measles, exposing the public to the highly contagious virus at six new locations across Phoenix and Chandler, health officials announced on Tuesday.
What we know:
The exposures occurred between July 12 and July 13 at popular venues including Chase Field, Chandler Fashion Center and several local restaurants. This brings the county’s total to 25 confirmed cases in 2026, marking a significant spike compared to the historical average of just one case per year over the last three decades.…