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Texas measles outbreak grows to nearly 150 cases as more patients are hospitalized

The majority of the 146 cases in Texas are infants, children, and teenagers

The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2025

How contagious is measles and what are the symptoms?

The Utah outbreak is just the latest in a series across the US. Experts explain what you need to know about the virus

The Guardian - US · Feb 28, 2025

Texas measles cases rises to 146 in an outbreak that led to a child's death

Texas health officials say the number of people with measles has increased to 146 in rural West Texas outbreak that led this week to the death of a school-aged child who was not vaccinated

The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2025

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Texas records first US measles death in 10 years – a medical epidemiologist explains how to protect yourself and your community from this deadly, preventable disease

On Feb. 26, 2025, Texas health officials announced the death of a child in a measles outbreak – the first measles death in the United States since 2015. The outbreak was first identified in early February in Gaines County, Texas, where just 82% of kindergartners are vaccinated against measles, compared…

The Conversation · Feb 28, 2025

Texas leaders quiet amid the biggest measles outbreak in decades

Declining vaccination rates, decreasing trust in government and a political unwillingness to endorse vaccines is shaping Texas’ measles response.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 28, 2025

Documents seized by FBI in Mar-a-Lago raid returned to Trump, White House says – as it happened

Classified papers seized in 2022 were returned, a spokesperson told favorable reporters picked by White House aboard Air Force One. This blog is now closed.

The Guardian - US · Feb 28, 2025

HHS Supports Texas Measles Outbreak Response, Emphasizes Vaccination Importance

Learn about the recent measles outbreak in Texas, vaccination importance, and global risks. Stay informed to prevent measles spread.

Measles spreading locally as cases spark exposure alert

A list of 19 exposure sites has been released as health authorities warn two measles cases were likely acquired within the local community.

AAP · Feb 27, 2025

Measles Outbreak Claims Life In West Texas

US Health Secretary's silence on measles vaccination amid deadly outbreak raises concerns. Health officials stress importance of vaccination for protection.

Measles tracker: These US states have reported cases of the ‘eliminated’ condition

The first death from measles since 2015 was reported in an unvaccinated child in Texas this week

The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2025

Measles cases continue to rise in the US. Here’s what to know and how to avoid it

Americans are growing more concerned about the preventable virus after an unvaccinated child died in the West Texas outbreak this week

The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2025

First case of measles reported in Kentucky as US battles spread of disease

Adult infected with highly contagious virus that claimed life of unvaccinated child earlier this week

The Guardian - US · Feb 27, 2025

Global Measles Outbreaks Rise Amid Declining Vaccination Rates

Rising measles cases globally due to declining vaccination rates, leading to fatalities. Efforts to combat outbreaks are crucial.

As measles cases mount in the US, what’s the situation worldwide?

The U.S. registered its first death from measles since 2015 this week, as a child who wasn’t vaccinated died in a measles outbreak in rural West Texas

The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2025

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International Business Times · Feb 27, 2025

Texas Reports First US Measles Death In A Decade Amid Growing Outbreak

During a briefing on Wednesday, Dr. Lara Johnson, Chief Medical Officer for Covenant Health Service Area explained that measles can only be prevented if enough people are vaccinated. As vaccination rates drop across the country, more outbreaks are likely to occur.

International Business Times UK · Feb 27, 2025

Measles Outbreak In West Texas Claims First US Death In A Decade: Symptoms To Watch Out For

An unvaccinated child's death in a West Texas measles outbreak marks the first US death from measles in a decade.

Al Jazeera · Feb 27, 2025

US reports first measles death since 2015

School-aged child dies in Texas amid outbreak concentrated among followers of Christian sect.

The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2025

Who are the Mennonites in a Texas community where measles is spreading?

The Mennonite population being affected by a measles outbreak in West Texas is part of a larger, loosely affiliated group of churches worldwide with varied beliefs and leadership structures — and with sometimes strained or distant relations with public authorities

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Latin Times · Feb 26, 2025

RFK Jr. Says Measles Outbreak Is 'Not Unusual' Despite Texas Child Marking First Death in a Decade

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. acknowledged the measles outbreak in Texas on Wednesday, emphasizing that the US sees multiple outbreaks each year.

The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2025

RFK Jr. appears to downplay measles outbreak in Texas despite unvaccinated schoolchild’s death

Kennedy’s alleged ties to measles outbreak in Samoa were major feature of his confirmation hearing

Reason · Feb 26, 2025

Unvaccinated Kid Dies of Measles in Texas

Odd coincidence that RFK Jr. is now Secretary of Health and Human Services?

Child Dies From Measles In West Texas Outbreak

Tragic measles death in West Texas leads to the largest outbreak in 30 years, emphasizing the importance of vaccination to prevent further spread.

LiveScience · Feb 26, 2025

US measles outbreak tops 600 cases — what to know about the disease

As measles outbreaks in the U.S. continue, here's what to know about how the disease spreads, what its symptoms are, and how to protect yourself and community from the illness.

Latin Times · Feb 26, 2025

Unvaccinated Child Becomes First in a Decade to Die of Measles as Texas Outbreak Grows

A measles outbreak in rural West Texas has claimed the life of an unvaccinated child, marking the first U.S. measles-related death since 2015.

Roll Call · Feb 26, 2025

Texas measles outbreak results in death - Roll Call

Measles had been officially eliminated in the United States in 2000, according to the CDC, with the only new cases coming from travel.

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