What to know about getting vaccinated for measles
Health experts say low vaccination rates are fueling outbreaks of the contagious disease that was considered to be eliminated 25 years ago.
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 City, 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.
What to know about the measles outbreak in Texas
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as well as the health departments in Texas and New Mexico, are closely monitoring a measles outbreak
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.
Measles Cases Are Rising Nationwide. Do Adults Need a Vaccine Booster?
Public health experts say some adults should consider getting revaccinated, particularly older adults who were born after 1957 and were vaccinated before 1968.
Measles outbreaks continue to spread, do you need another vaccine?
The US measles outbreak number of cases continues to grow. With illnesses reported now in eight states this year. Texas is seeing the majority now sitting at 100 cases. This is due in large part to declining vaccination rates but a handful of those infected have been vaccinated.
See how many students are vaccinated for measles in your school district
Austin ISD’s vaccination rate is also low compared to the state average – around 84% of AISD kindergartners had the MMR vaccine during the 2023-204 school year.
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.
Do you need a measles booster shot? What to know as an outbreak spreads
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Nearly 100 Sickened With Measles As Outbreak Spreads In Texas, New Mexico
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CDC layoffs strike deeply at its ability to respond to current flu, norovirus and measles outbreaks
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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 ...
Measles Sicken Nearly 100 in Texas and New Mexico
Measles outbreaks across Texas and New Mexico have sickened nearly 100 people, with more cases expected, according to state ...