US measles outbreak nears 300 cases as doctors warn of deadly, long-term risks for kids
The measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico has reached nearly 300 cases, with doctors warning that the disease can bring ...
Families are asking doctors if kids can get the measles vaccine ahead of schedule. Here’s what to know.
The CDC recommends children get the first dose of the MMR vaccine, which includes protection against measles, mumps, and ...
Johns Hopkins doctor urges protection from measles, especially for children
Johns Hopkins doctors are reminding families about ways to protect themselves and their children from the highly contagious ...
'Measles Parties' for Kids Are 'Terrifying' — and Could Have 'Devastating' Effects, Experts Say
"Going to these parties with unvaccinated children puts them at extraordinary risk for disease," an expert tells PEOPLE As ...
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Measles remains a danger to health even years after an infection
The measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico is now close to 300 cases. Most are unvaccinated children. People usually ...
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As Measles Outbreak Grows, See How Your State’s Vaccination Rate Stacks Up
Outbreaks of once-eradicated diseases, like measles, are becoming more common and severe as childhood vaccination rates ...
Measles cases have already topped last year's numbers with 9 months left in 2025
So far, 2025 is the fourth-worst year for measles in the U.S. since the disease was declared eliminated in 2000.
After CDC pick is abruptly yanked, worry over U.S. measles messaging remains
Medical experts and politicians question who will be chosen as the CDC’s next leader amid a surge in measles cases and ...
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Houston health officials confirm 3rd measles case; Unvaccinated infant's illness linked to travel
The Houston Health Department says the infant's illness is not related to two measles cases reported in the city in January ...
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Measles Cases in US Have Surpassed 2024 Total. Here’s What You Should Know
Measles is caused by a highly contagious virus that’s airborne and spreads easily when an infected person breathes, sneezes or coughs. It is preventable through vaccines, and had been considered ...
Texas measles outbreak could grow as more parents opt out of vaccinating kids, doctors say
Many Texas doctors said they fear the current measles outbreak may be just the beginning, given how state data shows an ...
Texas measles cases grow to 223, mostly among children and teens
The measles outbreak in western Texas is continuing to grow with a total of 223 cases confirmed, according to new data ...