The World Health Organization data shows a rise in cases in almost every region of the world, with 30% more cases in 2017 than 2016.
Experts say complacency, collapsing health systems and a rise in fake news about the vaccine are behind the rise.
They say the measles vaccines can save millions of lives.
Measles is a highly contagious disease that in severe cases can lead to complications such as blindness, pneumonia and infection and swelling of the brain.