Measles outbreak: What parents need to know and how to protect their kids
According to the CDC, measles can cause serious complications like pneumonia, brain swelling, and even death in young children.
Do you need a measles booster shot? What to know as an outbreak spreads
A measles outbreak in the U.S. has grown to at least 124 cases, prompting questions about how to stay safe. The outbreak is primarily affecting children and teenagers in Texas, nearly all of whom were unvaccinated.
Boosters, symptoms, herd immunity: Everything to know about the measles outbreak in Texas
The outbreak is primarily affecting West Texas, but cases have recently spread to San Antonio, New Braunfels and San Marcos, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Measles case count hits 124 in ongoing West Texas outbreak
The number of confirmed measles cases reported in an outbreak in West Texas is now at 124, the Texas Department of Health Services said in an update Tuesday, an increase of 34 since late last week.
Texas measles outbreak: Here’s why it’s not going away anytime soon
Now 124 people infected in West Texas, nine more in New Mexico and outbreak 'still has a lot of energy and steam behind it.'
Texas Measles Outbreak Spreads to New Mexico as Case Numbers Near 100
New numbers have been released by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) regarding the measles outbreak in Gaines County and the surrounding communities: 90 individuals, including at least 77 children and 10 adults,
What to know about getting vaccinated for measles
Health experts say low vaccination rates are fueling outbreaks of the contagious disease that was considered to be eliminated ...
A measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico has sickened over 130 people. The highly contagious virus explained — and what the CDC says about getting revaccina…
At least 124 cases of measles have been reported in Texas since late January — marking the largest outbreak in the state in ...
Measles cases are on the rise in the US. Should you get the vaccine in NC? What to know
As of Feb. 20, there were a total of 93 measles cases reported in eight states: Alaska, California, Georgia, New Jersey, New ...
Northwest Texas measles outbreak grows to 124 cases as exposures reported elsewhere in state
A measles outbreak in northwest Texas grew to 124 cases on Tuesday, and exposures have been reported elsewhere in the state.
What does a measles rash look like? 9 pictures to help identify symptoms as it spreads in US
Measles rash pictures can help identify symptoms as the illness spreads. Know first signs, what a measles rash looks like and ...
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Measles cases rise to 124 in rural West Texas, 18 hospitalized, state confirms
"I've never seen it this close, ever. I know that we've had a few outbreaks in years past but as far as right here, making national news, that is shocking," said one mayor.
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Reduced Vaccination Rates May Allow Spike in Measles Cases
Overall, unvaccinated children are at the greatest risk for measles, according to the CDC. The CDC currently recommends two ...
What to Know About the Measles Vaccine
Parts of Texas and New Mexico have been struck by measles outbreaks, sickening nearly 100 people, health officials announced ...