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Parents of Texas child who died of measles stand by decision to not vaccinate

The measles vaccine has been proven to be safe and effective against the disease, which is highly contagious and can be life threatening.

The Texas Tribune

Parents of unvaccinated 6-year-old killed by measles in Texas speak out. They still are anti-vax

Children’s Health Defense official says parents affected by measles outbreak ‘would rather have’ untested treatments ‘than the MMR vaccination’

The Independent UK

Anti-Vaxx Mom Whose Daughter Died From Measles Says Disease 'Wasn't That Bad'

The parents of a Texas child who died from measles appeared in a video formulated by an anti-vaccine group where they continued to push against vaccines.

Latin Times

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Measles cases are on the rise − here’s how to make sure you’re protected

The measles outbreak that started in Texas in late January continues to grow. As of March 18, 2025, confirmed cases in the outbreak, which now spans Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma, reached 321, surpassing the number of confirmed cases recorded for all of the U.S. in 2024. The vast majority…

The Conversation

TribCast: Measles, COVID and the state of our public health system

On the fifth anniversary of the start of the COVID pandemic, we discuss the measles outbreak and the state’s ability to respond to health crises.

The Texas Tribune

Combatting the measles threat means examining the reasons for declining vaccination rates

Measles was supposedly eradicated in Canada more than a quarter century ago. But today, measles is surging.

The Conversation

Experts warn measles infections can linger for years as outbreak continues to spread across the nation

The highly contagious measles virus has already sickened patients in 16 states and is linked to the deaths of two people

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Europe had worst measles outbreak since 1997 – new data

Europe has had the highest number of measles cases since 1997, according to a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO). There were 127,350 cases in 2024 – about double the number from 2023.

The Conversation

Measles Alert Hits Melbourne’s Nightlife: Popular Bars & Clubs Named In Fresh Outbreak

Multiple Melbourne nightclubs have been named in a measles outbreak warning in Victoria. Here are the details

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RFK Jr Called Out By Democratic Lawmaker For Not Answering Him On Live Broadcast: 'Respond to the Damn Letter'

A Senator used Dr. Oz's confirmation hearing to demand Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. respond to letters he sent regarding the measles outbreak.

Latin Times

This Measles Side Effect Can Undo Years of Immunity: Are You Safe?

Older adults may lack protection from measles, which can cause their immune systems to "unlearn" previous defenses to infectious diseases. Here's what to do.

Kiplinger

Nightlife precinct among prominent measles alert venues

Hospitals, shops and nightclubs are among prominent venues named in a fresh measles warning as travellers returning from overseas add to a local outbreak.

AAP

Health experts are wondering if the measles outbreak is a lot larger than it seems

The highly contagious virus has been tied to the deaths of two unvaccinated people and the infections of hundreds in West Texas

The Independent UK

RFK Jr.’s first month as health secretary: Touting French fries and casting doubts on vaccines

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The Guardian - UK

‘Wake-up call’: Measles cases doubled in Europe last year, say WHO and Unicef

Joint analysis of measles cases reveals Covid pandemic resulted in misinformation and vaccination delays

The Guardian - US

Measles outbreak spreads as 250 cases reported across multiple states

Cases of highly contagious disease that has killed two reported in Pennsylvania, California and Oklahoma

The Independent UK

Measles cases in Europe and Central Asia doubled last year to the highest reported level since 1997

There were 127,350 reported cases of measles, including 38 deaths, in Europe and Central Asia last year, marking the highest total in nearly 30 years, according to figures from UNICEF and the World Health Organization

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On COVID-19 anniversary, concerns about the lessons unlearned - Roll Call

Public health experts say the United States learned some things from COVID-19, but gaps remain in the public health infrastructure.

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RFK Jr praises beef tallow on Fox News show with burger and fries

Health secretary, under fire for his response to the measles outbreak, attacked seed oils in Sean Hannity interview

Radio France Internationale

Spike in measles cases has French health authorities on high alert

Faced with a recent increase in the number of measles cases in mainland France, the French Health Ministry is calling on doctors early childhood professionals to be "increasingly vigilant." The agency is particular concerned about "imported" cases coming from places like Morocco.

The Guardian - US

CDC expects measles outbreak in west Texas to ‘expand rapidly’

Two people have died in outbreak in Gaines county, and doctors fear the spread of the extremely contagious disease

The Independent UK

Bad diets and cancer cure: All of the wild theories RFK Jr. has been spreading about the measles outbreak

The deadly measles outbreak has sickened hundreds in Texas and 11 other states

The Independent UK

Measles cases are still rising in Texas. Here's what you should know about the contagious virus

Measles outbreaks in West Texas and New Mexico now have more than 250 cases total

LiveScience

'A political division, not a physical one, determined who got measles and who didn't': Lessons from Texarkana's 1970 outbreak

"Today, Texarkana's unusual geographic and political arrangement continues to instruct us about the deeply intertwined nature of politics and health."

Salon

Why RFK is letting Musk run wild in HHS

Some Cabinet officials loathe Musk, but Kennedy grabs his chance to destroy science-based medicine

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