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 25 years ago.
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 Mexico, New York City, Rhode Island and Texas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For comparison, 285 cases were reported in the U.S. in 2024.
What to know about the measles outbreak in Texas
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as well as the health departments in Texas and New Mexico, are closely monitoring a measles outbreak
Measles outbreaks rise. Here's what you should know.
The measles outbreak in rural West Texas has grown to 90 cases across seven counties, the state health department posted online Friday, and 16 people are hospitalized.
See how many students are vaccinated for measles in your school district
Austin ISD’s vaccination rate is also low compared to the state average – around 84% of AISD kindergartners had the MMR vaccine during the 2023-204 school year.
Can you get measles if vaccinated? Where to get MMR shot in San Antonio.
Public health officials report that an infected person visited Alamo City-area locations earlier this month. So do you need to get a measles vaccine? If you already got one, is it still effective? (See answers below.
What to Know About the Measles Vaccine
Measles is a highly contagious airborne disease caused by a virus, and can be severe or even fatal. According to the U.S.
Do you need a measles booster shot? What to know as a U.S. outbreak spreads
A measles outbreak in the U.S. has grown to nearly 100 cases​​​. Here's what to know about measles vaccines and those who may need a booster.
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Answers to your questions and some general guidelines on the measles outbreak in Texas
Texas is in the midst of the worst measles outbreak in decades, with 90 cases across 7 counties. Here’s what to know.
US CDC reports five-fold increase in weekly measles cases as Texas outbreak grows
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday reported that measles cases so far this year had jumped to 93 ...