No Rubella German Measles Cases in New Jersey 2026. There are no cases yet as of this writing however NJ is monitoring it due to a surge in national measles cases, with over 1,100 cases reported across the U.S. in the first two months of 2026.
You might be wondering if it is the same with a regular measles. Try to look at the quick overview below for your reference
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Now for you to visualize clearly, look at the image below. That is a rubella measle. Frankly speaking only your doctor can tell you exactly what it is.
Rubella is called German measles because it was first described as a distinct disease in German medical literature in the mid-18th century, specifically by German physicians in 1814, setting it apart from regular measles and scarlet fever. It was known as Röteln (reddish) in German and was studied intensely by German doctors in the 19th century. – CDC
Rubella German Measles Cases in New Jersey 2026
The NJ Department of Health (NJDOH) issued alerts for potential exposure in the state on February 10, 2026, due to a non-NJ resident traveling through the area while infected.
Rubella Measles test near me
Rubella IgM Antibody Test, Rubella IgG Antibody Test, NAAT (RT-PCR), and any recommended by your doctor are some of the tests to be performed if symptoms are present.
Remember that only after a diagnosis or test you will be able to conclude if you are infected with Rubella virus.
It is often called as a 3-day measles, which is a highly contagious virus causing a mild rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. If you have such signs, go to any urgent care near you! It is too contagious!
1235 West Chestnut Street, Union NJ 07083
Sun 10 am to 10 pm
Located on Route 22 West (GSP Exit 140) – Same complex as LA Fitness & Crumbl Cookies. The location is directly next to Costco and across from P.C. Richards.
465 Route 46 West, Totowa NJ 07512
Sun 10 am to 10 pm
Located in the same shopping Plaza as Applebee’s and Hobby Lobby. 1000 feet off Route 80 Exits 54B and 55A (by Minnisink Rd & Furler Rd).
65 US-1, Metuchen NJ 08840
Sun 10 am to 10 pm
1060 Stelton Road, Piscataway NJ 08854
Mon-Sat 11 am to 10 pm
Sun 10 am to 10 pm
Located on Stelton Road (I-287 Exit 5) – Formerly the Friendly’s Restaurant, across from Hadley Center and next to TD Bank.
152 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Mon-Sat 11 am to 10 pm
Sun 10 am to 10 pm
Located 152 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07302 right on restaurant row next to JC Taekwondo and The Sensory Gym.
TIPS AND WARNINGS:
- Both MMR and MMRV vaccine contain live, attenuated viruses can prevent your kids to get infected with this kind of measles.
- Rubella measles is Pink or light red while a typical measles Rubeola is Deep red or reddish-brown.
- Only your doctor can conclude if you have this measles after a diagnosis.
- If you need more information about measles treatment you can read treatment of measles in New Jersey.
- You can check measles outbreak in New Jersey in 2025 for your information.
- Rubella and Rubeola are caused by different virus.
- Again, there is ZERO cases of Rubella in New Jersey as of this writing March 2026.
- Prevention is better than cure.