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Measles Outbreak: Your Childhood Measles Vaccine May Not Be Enough- Do You Need A Booster?
The measles outbreak, which began spreading in late January, has caused several hospitalizations, with at least nine confirmed cases and three probable cases as early February. Health officials warn ...
Texas measles outbreak rises to 48 cases. It's the state's worst in nearly 30 years
The ongoing measles outbreak in West Texas has doubled in size to 48 cases, mostly in children and teens, making it the state's worst in nearly 30 years. State health officials said Friday in a news ...
What are your questions about measles?
Measles is on the rise in the US. There were 285 cases of measles in the US across 33 states in 2024, the highest case count ...
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What to know about positive measles case identified by Lubbock health department
A school-aged child in Lubbock, Texas has tested positive for measles. The child was not vaccinated against measles. Measles is highly contagious and can be spread through coughing, sneezing ...
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As measles cases rise, a new book warns parents not to underestimate the disease
As childhood vaccinate rates drop in the U.S. outbreaks of measles are rising. In his new book Booster Shots, Dr. Adam Ratner ...