Measles Outbreak

Measles Outbreak Worsens in Texas: 541 Cases Reported, 2 Children Dead

11 Apr 2025

On April 11, the Texas Department of State Health Services reported 541 confirmed cases of measles, a rise of 36 cases from April 8. This spike is part of a broader nationwide outbreak of the highly contagious childhood disease. Gaines County at the Center of the Crisis Gaines County, the...

U.S. Health Secretary Kennedy Visits Texas Amid Worsening Measles Crisis

07 Apr 2025

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. traveled to Gaines County, Texas on Sunday. He met families mourning two children who died from measles. His visit happened on the same day as the second child’s funeral. Kennedy shared on social media that he aimed to “control the...

Measles Outbreak in the US: WHO Issues Urgent Travel Advisory

01 Apr 2025

Measles cases in the US have surged, prompting the World Health Organization (WHO) to issue a travel warning. As of March 27, the US reported 483 confirmed cases and two deaths. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed three major outbreaks in 2025 alone. WHO is urging travelers...

Measles Outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico: A Growing Concern

31 Mar 2025

The ongoing measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico has sparked significant public health concerns. This resurgence of a once-controlled disease has been a wake-up call for health authorities and communities alike, as the United States struggles to combat a decline in vaccination rates and an increase in vaccine misinformation....

Measles Outbreak in the US: Nearly 500 Cases Reported Across 19 States

29 Mar 2025

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported on March 28, 2025, that the United States has experienced a significant rise in measles cases, with nearly 500 confirmed instances across 19 states. The outbreak is concentrated in specific regions, particularly Texas, which has seen the largest number of cases....

Measles Outbreak in Erie County: Two Confirmed Cases Linked to International Travel

26 Mar 2025

Measles, a highly contagious viral disease, has been making a significant return in the United States in recent years. Health officials have reported over 350 cases of measles across multiple states, and Erie County, Pennsylvania, is the latest region to confirm its first cases. The two measles cases in Erie...

Measles Outbreak: How Bad Is It And How To Stay Protected? | TDG Explainer

23 Mar 2025

A measles outbreak continues to spread in parts of the United States, with reported cases rising significantly in several states bordering Texas. Health officials report 279 cases in Texas, 38 in New Mexico, and 4 in Oklahoma, with the outbreak already claiming lives, including an unvaccinated child in one county...

Measles Outbreak in Texas Surpasses 2024 US Total

22 Mar 2025

The United States is witnessing a concerning surge in measles cases, with a Texas-linked outbreak surpassing the total reported cases for 2024. Health officials have raised alarms about the rapid spread of the virus, emphasizing the need for vaccination and swift containment measures. The Growing Measles Outbreak in the US...

Measles Outbreak in Texas: Disinformation Threatens Vaccination Efforts

17 Mar 2025

As the United States grapples with a resurgence of measles, health officials in Texas and neighboring states are mobilizing to contain the outbreak. The western Texas town of Lubbock is at the epicenter of this surge, which has spread into New Mexico and Oklahoma. The situation is exacerbated by plummeting...

Measles Outbreak Reaches Nearly 300 Cases in Texas and New Mexico

15 Mar 2025

In early 2025, measles outbreaks in West Texas and New Mexico have seen alarming numbers, with nearly 300 cases reported. This resurgence of the disease is causing concern, especially with the tragic loss of two unvaccinated individuals due to measles-related complications. Despite measles being nearly eliminated in the U.S. in...

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