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.
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.
Texas measles outbreak grows to 124 cases, mostly among unvaccinated
The measles outbreak in Texas has grown to 124 cases mostly in children and in those who are unvaccinated, according to state data published Tuesday.
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.'
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.
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 does a measles rash look like? 9 pictures to help identify symptoms as it spreads in US
Tips to identify measles as several states report outbreaks of three cases or more. Texas has already reported over 120 cases ...
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 ...
Here's what the CDC says about rising measles cases
According to the CDC, if you were born after 1957, one dose is considered sufficient to be considered protected from measles. Some adults may need a second dose. The CDC says adults who are going to ...
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Northwest Texas measles outbreak grows to 124 cases as exposures reported elsewhere in state
A measles outbreak in northwest Texas grew to 124 cases in nine counties on Tuesday, and health officials warned that ...
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 ...