Guatemala: Measles Outbreak - Jan 2026

Highupdated 3 months ago
Ongoingsince January 2, 2026 at 12:00 AM

A measles outbreak is currently active across Guatemala as of early January 2026.

  • 300km
    Radius of the affected area
GuatemalaNationwide · radius ≈ 300 km

What this changes for you, on the ground

A measles outbreak is currently active across Guatemala as of early January 2026. The outbreak has a confirmed status and affects areas within approximately 300 kilometers, indicating widespread circulation of the virus at a national scale.

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If you are on site in Guatemala, you should be aware that measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease. Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated individuals face significant risk of infection. Check your vaccination status immediately and seek medical advice if you develop symptoms such as fever, cough, or rash.

Follow local health authority guidance and avoid crowded spaces where transmission risk is higher. If you suspect you have measles, contact local health services for testing and medical care rather than self-treating. Consult the Guatemalan Ministry of Health for current restrictions or health measures in place. This alert is based on confirmed data from ReliefWeb.

Written with the help of AI from Mira Safe's sourced data on August 24, 2026 · does not replace local guidance How this analysis is produced →

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Issued by ReliefWeb (UN OCHA).

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  1. Alert raisedHighJuly 28, 2026 at 12:51 PM

A single entry: the alert has not changed state since it was raised.

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