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Measles cases surge in Texas with latest update
West Texas measles cases rise to 198. Here is what you need to know.
West Texas reports nearly 200 measles cases. New Mexico is up to 30
Health officials say West Texas now has almost 200 measles cases and New Mexico’s case number has tripled to 30
Houston officials announce measles plan
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Houston officials announce measles plan as RFK Jr. sends vitamin A to Texas
Houston-area officials push for measles vaccinations amid West Texas outbreak
City of Houston chief medical officer answers questions about Texas measles outbreak
For the first time in years, Americans are in the midst of an outbreak of the measles virus. Earlier this week, an unvaccinated child in Texas was the first person to die from the virus in a decade, and more than 100 people have confirmed infections.
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Experts recommend that anyone not vaccinated against the measles should avoid large events like the Houston Rodeo amid an outbreak in northwest Texas.
Texas doctors said there's no harm in getting another measles vaccine if you don't know whether you were vaccinated as a child.
Since Tuesday is the first official day of the carnival and shows, HoustonRodeo officials are alerting goers to be vigilant about their health.
The Houston Health department is investigating two possible cases of measles in the city. The Houston rodeo plans to monitor the measles outbreak.
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