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2 measles cases being investigated by Houston Health Department; Rodeo warns unvaccinated guests
As the Houston Health Department investigated two possible measles cases Friday afternoon, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo urged unvaccinated attendees to consider the risks of attending any large event.
Texas measles outbreak reaches nearly 150 cases, state health department says
The measles outbreak in Texas has reached nearly 150 cases, according to a Friday morning update from the state health department. The agency said 146 cases have been identified since late January. Twenty of those patients have been hospitalized, and one school-age, unvaccinated child has died.
State health officials warn Utahns to protect themselves against measles ahead of possible outbreak
Days after the first death connected to a measles outbreak in Texas was reported, health officials in Utah are urging residents to protect themselves and their families against the disease.
NM health department launches measles web resource
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) -- The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) just launched a web resource addressing the rising measles cases. The resource can be found here. It provides information on current New Mexico case counts, a detailed FAQ section, prevention guidelines for New Mexicans, and bilingual content.
Houston Health Department investigating 2 possible cases of measles in the city
The Houston Health Department is investigating two possible cases of measles in the city, officials confirmed on Friday. A spokesperson for the HHD declined to provide further details on the investigation,
Health officials give timeline for measles symptom amid San Antonio exposure
With the number of highly contagious measles cases rising in Texas, the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District shared more ...
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RFK Jr. Misstated Key Facts About Deadly Measles Outbreak
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. earlier this week dismissed the measles outbreak in West Texas that killed an ...
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Measles dedicated web resource launched due to the rise in cases across the state.
The rise in measles cases across the state is leading the New Mexico Department of Health to launch a dedicated web resource for the public. The web hub will have current New Mexico case counts which ...
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Utah health officials encourage vaccination amid multi-state measles outbreak
Days after a child in Texas died amid an ongoing measles outbreak, the Salt Lake County Health Department (SLCoHD) is ...
State health officials say Mexia ISD report of Rubella not accurate
After first reporting a confirmed case of measles, Mexia ISD said it was actually Rubella. The state health department says ...
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Texas measles cases rise to 146 in an outbreak that led to a child's death
The number of people with measles in Texas increased to 146 in an outbreak that led this week to the death of an unvaccinated school-aged child.
Measles and San Antonio: How local officials are working to prevent an outbreak
The first confirmed case of German measles, also known as rubella, has been reported in the San Antonio area. This case ...
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State reports 146 cases of measles in South Plains region; San Antonio continues to monitor outbreak
Anita Kurian, the deputy director of San Antonio's Metropolitan Health District, said people should check their vaccination status. Those who are unsure of their vaccination status can contact Metro ...
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No, a vaccine campaign did not cause the Gaines County, Texas, measles case spike
The People’s Voice cited South Plains Public Health District vaccination clinics held Feb. 6 and 7 in Gaines County. On Feb. 5, the Texas state health department confirmed Gaines had six cases of ...