As Texas measles outbreak grows, here's what to know about the disease, vaccines and response
Amid growing Texas outbreak, how contagious is measles?
Measles is one of the most contagious viruses known to humans. Just one infected patient can spread measles to up to nine out of 10 susceptible close contacts, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Disease (CDC).
Measles outbreak update: CDC map shows where the disease is spreading after Texas child confirmed dead
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UPDATE: CDC Issues Travel Warning Amid Measles Outbreak in the United States, After Infectious Disease Crosses Four State Lines
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After dismissing outbreak as ‘not unusual,’ RFK Jr. says ending measles in Texas is ‘top priority’
I recognize the serious impact of this outbreak on families, children, and healthcare workers,” Kennedy wrote on X Friday night.
More measles cases reported in Texas: Latest data and everything we know
The main measles outbreak has been in the South Plains region of West Texas, where 124 cases have been confirmed. Most of the cases have been among unvaccinated children, although five people who are vaccinated have been among the cases, according to health officials.
Measles cases in western Texas rise to 146, possibly spreading to other areas
The number of confirmed measles cases in western Texas grew to 146, and it is possibly spreading to the central part of the state and neighboring New Mexico, health officials said Friday.