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Nearly 100 Sickened With Measles

The Washington Post · 18h

Measles, once eliminated in the U.S., sickens 99 in Texas and New Mexico

Health authorities warned of further spread. Most U.S. measles cases this year involved people 19 and under and those without a confirmed vaccination.

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Nearly 100 Sickened With Measles As Outbreak Spreads In Texas, New Mexico

Cases of the highly contagious disease are expected to rise and potentially spread to other states where vaccination rates are low.

Are you protected? Here's what the CDC says about measles, which is spreading in Texas

According to the CDC, if you were born after 1957, one dose is considered sufficient to be considered protected from measles. Some adults may need a second dose. The CDC says adults who are going to be in high-risk settings for transmission should make sure they’ve had two doses at least 28 days apart.

Measles exposure alert issued for San Marcos

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Measles Exposure Warning Issued To Texas Residents

A warning has been issued for three Texas cities after someone with measles visited them while contagious. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DHSH) shared the warning on Monday "so unvaccinated people may monitor themselves for symptoms and seek testing if symptoms occur.

Axios on MSN · 5h

Officials warn of possible measles exposure in San Marcos, San Antonio

A growing number of Central Texas health departments are warning residents of possible exposure to measles, the latest sign that the outbreak in West Texas is spreading across the state. Why it matters: Measles is a highly contagious and potentially life-threatening disease that has surged in areas with high vaccination exemption rates.

FOX 7 Austin on MSN · 2h

Measles: Possible exposure in San Marcos leads to growing concerns

There are growing concerns about Central Texans who were possibly exposed to measles. Most recently, someone who tested positive for the virus spent time at Texas State University in San Marcos, New Braunfels,

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What to Know About the Measles Vaccine

Measles is a highly contagious airborne disease caused by a virus, and can be severe or even fatal. According to the U.S.

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Measles outbreak raises concerns amid carnival festivities

When vaccination rates fall below 95 percent, we know that a community is more at risk for an outbreak of spreading disease.” ...

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Do you need a measles booster shot? What to know as an outbreak spreads

A measles outbreak in the U.S. has grown to nearly 100 cases. Here's what to know about measles vaccines and those who may ...

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Measles cases are on the rise in the US. Should you get the vaccine in NC? What to know

As of Feb. 20, there were a total of 93 measles cases reported in eight states: Alaska, California, Georgia, New Jersey, New ...

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Measles outbreaks grow to nearly 100 cases

As of Thursday, the CDC reported 93 cases of measles in the U.S. this year. 30% of the cases involved kids under five. 52% ...

Reduced Vaccination Rates May Allow Spike in Measles Cases

Overall, unvaccinated children are at the greatest risk for measles, according to the CDC. The CDC currently recommends two ...

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Some older adults may need a measles booster, experts say

For most people, the MMR vaccine should provide a lifetime of immunity but the CDC said some people should get a booster.

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US CDC reports five-fold increase in weekly measles cases as Texas outbreak grows

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday reported that measles cases so far this year had jumped to 93 ...

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