The CDC has tracked nearly 2,000 confirmed measles cases across 43 states this year — the most on record since the disease was declared eradicated more than two decades ago. Three people have died from the disease. In South Carolina, cases are still rising, putting unvaccinated children at risk. State health leaders say declining immunization rates are fueling the spread. | CBS Mornings

Holiday flu surge prompts CDC warning for gatherings

There have been 4.6 million flu cases across the U.S. since the season began — and 1,900 patients have already died from the illness, according to CDC estimates. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, a pediatrician, shares tips for how to try to keep your family healthy this holiday season and what symptoms to look out for. | CBS Mornings

The CDC is particularly concerned about the growing number of influenza cases, which are driven by a mutation of the virus that could evade flu vaccine protection. | WCNC Charlotte

New data shows flu cases are spiking in certain states ahead of the holidays. At least 1,900 people have died of the flu this season, according to the CDC. | CBS News