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Texas Measles Outbreak Grows

Anti-vaccine movement falsely blames measles shots for Texas outbreak

As a measles outbreak sweeps through Texas, anti-vaccine groups are pushing a familiar and false theory: The virus is being caused by the vaccine itself.

CBS News on MSN · 2h

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.

USA Today · 4h

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.'

Measles, MMR vaccine

Time on MSN · 23h

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. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the best way to protect yourself against measles is to get vaccinated. Here, TIME answers all your questions about the vaccine.

The Charlotte Observer on MSN · 1d

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, 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.

9NEWS · 5h

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 be in high-risk settings for transmission should make sure they’ve had two doses at least 28 days apart.

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Measles case in San Antonio prompts concerns over vaccination rates in schools

After a person visiting San Antonio from West Texas tested positive for measles the spread of the virus is a growing ...

If You Received a Measles Vaccine in This Decade, Check Your Records

Measles cases are currently rising in the U.S. We spoke with doctors to explain everything you need to protect yourself, ...

Texas Public Radio17m

Dozens of San Antonio schools have low measles vaccination rates

State records show 26 Bexar County school systems have measles vaccination rates below the 95% required for herd immunity. Most are private schools and charter schools.

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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 ...

KSAT4h

Steps you can take to protect babies who can’t yet be vaccinated against measles

Doctor Pedro Chavez suggests parents talk to their child's pediatrician about getting their babies vaccinated as early as ...

Fox News Bemoans That ‘Vaccine Confidence Is At An All-time Low’ Amid Measles Outbreak

Elon Musk sent out an email to federal workers saying they must justify their work or resign. NBC News' Aaron Gilchrist has ...

Amarillo Globe-News on MSN1d

TTUHSC health officials weigh in on illness, vaccines as measles spread continues

You can contract measles simply by being in the same room with someone who has it, even after they leave,” Dr. Griffin said.

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Some older adults may need a measles booster, experts say

For most people, the MMR vaccine should provide a lifetime of immunity but the CDC said some people should get a booster.

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