Highlights
- Maricopa County's confirmed measles case count for 2026 has reached 14, according to 12News.
- Three new public exposure sites include a dance competition in Gilbert and two stores in Queen Creek.
- The Phoenix New Times reported the county's 13-case total was already its highest in at least 20 years.
- Residents who visited the listed locations should monitor for symptoms.
Maricopa County's 2026 measles case count has climbed to 14, 12News reported Friday night, with three new public exposure sites identified: a dance competition in Gilbert and two stores in Queen Creek.
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health had previously confirmed 13 cases tied to East Valley exposures, noting the cases are connected but have no travel or known source of exposure, indicating local transmission. The Phoenix New Times reported that 13 cases was already the county's highest measles total in at least 20 years.
Residents who attended the Gilbert dance competition or visited either Queen Creek store during the listed dates and times should watch for symptoms. The county health department's full list of exposure sites and dates is available at maricopa.gov.
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- 12News retrieved 09/05/2026 00:37
- Maricopa County retrieved 09/05/2026 00:37
- Phoenix New Times retrieved 09/05/2026 00:37
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