Nearly 100 Sickened With Measles

Do you need a measles booster shot? What to know as an 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.
Nearly 100 Sickened With Measles As Outbreak Spreads In Texas, New Mexico
Cases of the highly contagious disease are expected to rise and potentially spread to other states where vaccination rates are low.
‘We’re seeing the tip of the iceberg’ in biggest Texas measles outbreak since 1992: Dr. Patel
There are nearly 100 cases of measles across Texas and New Mexico, sparking concerns as springtime approaches. Obama White House former Policy Director Dr. Kavita Patel shares a warning of how quickly measles can spread and comments on HHS Secretary Robert F.
Measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico: Nearly 100 cases reported — How declining immunisation rates are to blame
Nearly 100 cases of measles have been reported across Texas and New Mexico. Measles was declared eliminated from the United States in 2000, making this outbreak a cause for concern. Health officials attribute the rise in cases to plummeting immunisation rates,
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: Cases Of Highly Contagious Virus Near 100
A measles outbreak in Texas’ South Plains neared 100 cases Friday, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services, which warned more cases of the highly contagious virus are likely to pop up in outbreak areas.
Texas measles outbreak grows to 90 cases, rising from 58 in just 3 days
The measles outbreak in Texas has escalated sharply to 90 cases as health officials worry about the spread to more communities.
Measles, once eliminated in the U.S., sickens 99 in Texas and New Mexico
Health authorities warned of further spread. Most U.S. measles cases this year involved people 19 and under and those without a confirmed vaccination.
Measles outbreak raises concerns amid carnival festivities
When vaccination rates fall below 95 percent, we know that a community is more at risk for an outbreak of spreading disease.” ...
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 ...
Texas Measles Map Shows Hardest Hit Counties as Outbreak Grows
Measles is an airborne, "extremely infectious, and potentially severe rash illness," according to the Centers for Disease ...
Measles outbreaks grow to nearly 100 cases
There are measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico right now, and most of the people getting sick are not vaccinated.
Measles outbreak in Texas grows to 58 cases: What are the symptoms? Is it fatal?
Texas health officials said Tuesday the state now has 58 confirmed measles cases. What is measles, how do you contract it and ...
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.
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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 ...
CDC layoffs strike deeply at its ability to respond to current flu, norovirus and measles outbreaks
Trump administration has taken actions to dismantle established public health infrastructure as part of its second-term ...