Texas measles outbreak grows to 90 cases, rising from 58 in just 3 days
The measles outbreak in Texas has escalated sharply to 90 cases as health officials worry about the spread to more communities.
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The measles outbreak hasn't lightened up since its onset in late January, and some schools in West Texas may even be closing down in response. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has confirmed 90 cases since late January, with 57 cases just in Gaines County. This is up from 58 cases in Texas earlier this week.
Measles outbreak update: 90 cases in Texas as of Friday
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) reported that as of Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, 90 cases of measles were identified in the South Plains region of Texas. Sixteen of the patients have been hospitalized,
Texas measles outbreak: 90 cases reported in South Plains region
LUBBOCK, Texas — An outbreak of measles has struck the South Plains region of Texas, with 90 cases reported since late January, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS).
Texas measles outbreak grows to 90 cases, largest in over 30 years
A measles outbreak in Texas has grown to 90 cases, mostly among unvaccinated children, state health data published Friday shows.
Texas measles outbreak grows to 90 cases in seven northwest counties
The largest measles outbreak in Texas in more than 30 years showed no signs of slowing down on Friday, rising to 90 cases across seven counties. The increase represents a jump of more than 50% since the Department of State Health Services last released an update on Tuesday.
Number of measles cases now 58 in west texas outbreak
New numbers have been released by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) in an update on the measles outbreak in Gaines County and the surrounding communities: 58 individuals, including at least 48 children and six adults,
At least 22 children and two adults infected in Texas measles outbreak
Nine of those infected were hospitalized and more cases are likely, health authorities said. U.S. vaccination rates for measles are falling, according to the CDC.
Measles cases surge in multiple states, mostly among unvaccinated kids
A measles outbreak has infected dozens in Texas and New Mexico, with cases also reported in Alaska, Georgia, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island.
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