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3 more states report their first measles case of 2025
Louisiana, Virginia and Missouri all reported their first measles cases of 2025 this weekend, with at least 27 states ...
Texas says measles cases rise further, CDC sends more help
The Texas health department reported 561 cases of measles in the state on Tuesday, an increase of 20 from April 11, as the ...
Measles infections hit 800 cases across 24 states
The US has hit 800 measles cases across 24 states, with Texas the epicenter of the outbreak, the CDC said Friday.
Large number of measles cases being missed, CDC says
Measles would normally be expected to have a fatality rate of about one to three deaths out of every 1,000 children infected, ...
Three more states confirm measles cases
Three more states confirmed their first measles cases of the year over the weekend, as the United States battles a growing ...
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Texas measles outbreak hits 500 cases, but expert says it could be 4 times higher
Lloyd Doggett demands answers from CDC: 'What are you doing about Texas measles outbreak?' There have been six cases in the state outside West Texas, including one in Travis County of an ...
Lubbock health officials announce new MMR vaccine recommendations amid Texas measles outbreak
Local health officials gathered in Lubbock on Thursday evening to advocate for MMR vaccine amid Texas measles outbreak.
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Second case of measles found in Louisiana, state health department says
A second case of measles has been confirmed in Louisiana, the Department of Health said during a press conference Monday.
Virginia confirms first measles case this year; it's a child under 4, health officials say
The Virginia Department of Health confirmed the state’s first measles case of the year, making it the 26th state to report ...
Texas measles cases are underreported, response hurt by funding cuts, CDC scientist says
A CDC senior scientist provided an update on the measles outbreak on Tuesday, while taking reporter questions about the agency's response.