Texas, West and measles

Texas Measles Surge 'Inevitable' Due to Vaccine Exemptions, Experts Warn
Texas is facing its largest measles outbreak in nearly 30 years, with 124 confirmed cases as of February 25, 2025. The outbreak, which started in late January, has been most severe in Gaines County, where 80 cases have been recorded.
West Texas measles outbreak spreads amid vaccine hesitancy in some communities
There are now more than 120 confirmed measles cases linked to an outbreak in western Texas, the largest such outbreak the state has seen in over 30 years. It's raising questions about vaccine hesitancy in some communities and the growing challenge of these periodic outbreaks.
In rural West Texas, a measles outbreak grows with no end in sight
At least 58 cases have been confirmed. Health officials — who are scrambling to get a handle on the vaccine-preventable outbreak — suspect 200 to 300 people may be infected.
Measles outbreak: Now 124 confirmed cases in rural West Texas
The Texas health department said all but 23 of the cases are patients ages 17 and under. Eighteen people are hospitalized.
Measles cases surpass 100 in West Texas: what to know about the disease
SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - A highly infectious and airborne disease, Measles cases continue to climb because it’s so easily transmitted.
Measles cases rise to 124 in rural West Texas, 18 hospitalized, state confirms
"I've never seen it this close, ever. I know that we've had a few outbreaks in years past but as far as right here, making national news, that is shocking," said one mayor.
Texas measles outbreak grows to 124 cases
A Texas measles outbreak has doubled in the last week to 124 cases, state health officials said Tuesday, a day after they warned a person infected with the highly contagious disease had traveled from the outbreak zone.
Texas measles outbreak grows to over 120 cases, DSHS reports
Four of the newly reported cases are located in Dallam County, 200 miles north of Gaines County where the outbreak originated.
Are you vaccinated against measles? Texas health experts want you to check before outbreak spreads
Just five of the 124 cases of measles Texas state health officials confirmed last week were in individuals who were vaccinated, and Texas has one of the lowest vaccination rates of any state in the country.
Measles case count hits 124 in ongoing West Texas outbreak
The number of confirmed measles cases reported in an outbreak in West Texas is now at 124, the Texas Department of Health Services said in an update Tuesday, an increase of 34 since late last week.
Measles outbreak in Texas: Infection statistics for Tuesday Feb. 25
The Texas measles outbreak continues to spread with more numbers, with additional cases likely to occur in the surrounding areas. The Texas Health and Human Services updates the public on Tuesday and Friday as numbers change or spread across the state.
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 ...
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.' ...
Texas measles outbreak grows to 124 cases, possible exposure in San Marcos and San Antonio
The measles outbreak that began in West Texas is still growing, with exposures on university campuses and other places in San ...
Texas measles outbreak grows to 124
The measles outbreak in west Texas grew to 124 cases over the weekend, with 18 patients requiring hospitalization, the ...
Texas measles outbreak officially surpasses 100 cases, mostly among unvaccinated children
The measles outbreak in Texas has escalated sharply to over 100 cases as health officials worry about the spread in other states.
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Boosters, symptoms, herd immunity: Everything to know about the measles outbreak in Texas
The outbreak is primarily affecting West Texas, but cases have recently spread to San Antonio, New Braunfels and San Marcos, ...
Potential measles exposure in Central Texas now includes Buc-ee's in New Braunfels
The Texas Department of State Health Services on Tuesday gave more details about potential measles exposures in San Marcos ...
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 ...