“Measles is more common in different places and exposure during travel is something we need to consider," New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald said. "It’s important that New Yorkers ensure they are up-to-date regarding being immunized against measles. In some cases measles is as close as a car ride away."

So far in 2025, the U.S. has seen its most measles cases in one year since a wave in 2019, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. At least 20 states have confirmed cases, but most infections are linked to an outbreak in West Texas, according to the CBS News data team.

The state Health Department notified Erie County that the New York State Public Health Corps Fellowship Program will end May 30, following federal cuts to the state's public health services.

According to the Department of Health, getting the measles vaccine is the best protection against the disease.

The judge cited the ‘extremely strong’ likelihood the states would prevail in their lawsuit challenging the cuts.

States are suing the National Institutes of Health over ending life-saving medical research grants that Trump officials say were "DEI studies."

The last-minute temporary restraining order does not prevent New York's health department from continuing a widespread shakeup of a popular home care program.

Roughly two years in the making, the New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH) has issued long-awaited guidance on its material transactions law. Notably, the guidance provides clarity on how to calculate the “de minimis” exception to the material transaction law requirement—including an indication that “related” transactions only need to have a single party in common,

With measles on the rise, the Dept. of Health is recommending anyone planning to travel get the MMR vaccine. Here are symptoms to watch out for.

With $100 million in federal funds suddenly revoked, New York City’s acting health commissioner says defense against infectious disease has weakened.