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Measles, MMR vaccine

Time on MSN · 15h

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 · 18h

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.

The Associated Press on MSN · 2d

Measles outbreaks rise to nearly 100 cases between Texas and New Mexico. Here's what to know.

Measles is a highly contagious disease. Here's what you should know about how to protect yourself against measles, as well as what's happening in Texas and New Mexico.

Measles, Texas

Hosted on MSN · 19h

Measles Exposure Warning Issued To Texas Residents

A warning has been issued for three Texas cities after someone with measles visited them while contagious. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DHSH) shared the warning on Monday "so unvaccinated people may monitor themselves for symptoms and seek testing if symptoms occur.

CBS News · 17h

Central Texas universities, health departments warn of potential measles exposure after visit from at least one positive West Texas resident

Two Texas universities and their surrounding communities have issued warnings about potential exposure to measles after giving campus tours to at least one person who tested positive for the virus. Experts have been tracking the measles outbreak in Gaines County since late January.

Texas officials investigate potential measles exposure at two state universities

Two Texas universities have issued warnings about potential exposure to measles after someone who toured both campuses about 10 days ago tested positive. The state's health department says there are more than 90 cases of measles in West Texas,

18hon MSN

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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

2don MSN

Texas Measles Map Shows Hardest Hit Counties as Outbreak Grows

The U.S. declared measles eliminated in 2000 "thanks to a very high percentage of people receiving the safe and effective ...

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‘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 ...

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Measles Outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico Sicken Nearly 100 People

Texas reported 90 cases this week, while New Mexico reported nine. A majority of the cases have been in a Texas county where ...

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Texas Measles Outbreak Spreads to New Mexico as Case Numbers Near 100

MONDAY, Feb. 24, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Lea County, New Mexico, is now reporting an outbreak of measles, according to the ...

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Houston reports 2 measles cases as Texas outbreak reaches 92 infections, most unvaccinated

Watch for measles symptoms like high fever, ear infections, runny nose, pink eye, and a rash that can go from head to toe. If ...

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