Placer County Confirms Measles Cases as Covered California Enrollment Shifts Affect Sacramento Region
Sacramento, CA – March 25, 2026 – Measles cases in nearby Placer County and new Covered California enrollment figures bring fresh health updates for Sacramento-area residents.
Public health officials in neighboring Placer County have confirmed a small cluster of measles cases, while new enrollment figures from Covered California show shifting insurance patterns that affect thousands of Sacramento-area residents.
Measles Cases Reported in Placer County
Placer County Public Health reported three confirmed measles cases and one suspected case earlier this month involving teenagers in a single household. Officials said the cases appear linked to an extended family member who recently traveled to South Carolina, where a larger outbreak has been reported.
County officials stated the teens are recovering and that they do not believe there were school exposures or broader public exposure risks tied to the cluster. Vaccination statuses had not been confirmed at the time of the update.
While the cases are outside Sacramento County, Placer County borders the Sacramento metro area, and residents frequently travel between the two counties for work, school and healthcare. Public health agencies continue to monitor measles activity statewide and nationally.
Covered California Reports 2026 Enrollment Totals
Covered California, the state’s health insurance marketplace headquartered in Sacramento, announced that 1,927,371 Californians selected or renewed coverage during the 2026 open-enrollment period.
The exchange reported 235,055 new plan selections and nearly 1.7 million renewals. Officials said enrollment patterns shifted following the expiration of enhanced federal premium tax credits, with state-funded subsidies helping some lower-income households offset premium costs.
Regionally, Covered California reported 205,610 enrollees in the Sacramento and San Joaquin Valley area. Outside of open enrollment, special-enrollment periods remain available for residents who qualify due to life events such as losing other coverage or changes in household size.
What Residents Should Know
Local health departments continue to share updates on communicable diseases and vaccination guidance. Residents can monitor county public health websites for the latest notices.
For insurance coverage questions, Covered California provides eligibility details and information about qualifying life events through its official channels.
If you have urgent symptoms, seek medical care. For general questions, talk with a licensed clinician.
