Texas measles outbreak hits 259

Experts warn Houston at risk as measles outbreak spreads from West Texas
HOUSTON — Pathologists raised concerns about Houston's vulnerability to the current measles outbreak spreading across West Texas during a virtual media briefing held by the College of American Pathologists on Thursday.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: State reports dozens of new cases, infections in new counties
Half of the newly reported cases are in Gaines County, about 80 miles southwest of Lubbock, which has been the epicenter of the outbreak. The Texas Department of State Health Services has confirmed 259 cases of measles since late January.
West Texas measles cases rise to 259. Here is what you need to know.
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Texas measles outbreak grows to 259 cases, spreads to two new counties
Texas' largest measles outbreak in more than 30 years grew by another 36 cases on Friday, with a handful in two new counties.
Houston Health Department tracking wastewater plants for measles as West Texas outbreak grows
The city is monitoring 36 wastewater treatment plants and 48 manholes across Houston for measles. It's also tracking school campuses, daycare centers, shelters, nursing homes and jails.
Vaccine demand soars in Texas amid measles outbreak
Doctors warn that the highly contagious viral disease, once nearly eradicated, has made a resurgence due to declining herd immunity over the years.
In West Texas' measles outbreak, families forgo conventional medicine along with vaccines
As the outbreak rages, unproven remedies like cod liver oil are being distributed free by some doctors. Families are lining up for them.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: More than 200 cases reported by the state
More than 200 cases of measles have been confirmed in West Texas since late January, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Houston-area officials push for measles vaccinations amid West Texas outbreak
As the outbreak in West Texas reached 159 confirmed cases Tuesday, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and Houston Mayor John Whitmire both encouraged residents to get the measles vaccine.
Measles Cases in Texas Rise to 259, State Health Department Says
The Texas health department reported 259 measles cases in the state on Friday, an increase of 36 cases from its previous count on March 11, as one of the largest outbreaks the U.S. has seen in the last decade spreads.
Number of measles cases continues to grow in Texas outbreak, state health department says
The overwhelming majority of cases are in unvaccinated individuals according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Mother of newborn tests positive for measles at Lubbock hospital, others exposed
The mother of a newborn has tested positive for measles at a Lubbock hospital, according to reporting first published by NBC.
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