Measles is back in the United States. More than 1,500 cases already have been reported in the first months of 2026, putting the country on pace to surpass last year’s
Joshua Rothman is a staff writer at The New Yorker. He focuses on culture and society, exploring themes such as medicine, healthcare, artificial intelligence, and family relationships through his weekly column, Open Questions. His work has been featured in various prominent publications, including Magzter, NewsBreak, and the Los Angeles Times.














