DHS Confirms 7 Measles Cases at Florence Detention Center, Halting Movement and Visits
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Updated · KGUN 9 Tucson News · Jul 8
DHS Confirms 7 Measles Cases at Florence Detention Center, Halting Movement and Visits
3 articles · Updated · KGUN 9 Tucson News · Jul 8
Summary
Seven active measles infections were confirmed among detainees at Arizona's Florence Detention Center, with all cases reported to the state public health department.
ICE Health Services Corps responded by stopping all movement inside the facility and quarantining anyone suspected of contact with infected detainees.
In-person visitation has been suspended to protect detainees, staff and the surrounding community, while medical staff continue monitoring those infected.
The outbreak adds to a wider Arizona measles resurgence, where 96% of 2025-2026 cases have involved unvaccinated people.