Jan 30, 2025 · The measles vaccine (MMR) is highly effective and can prevent or lessen the severity of the virus. Lubbock health officials assure the public there is an ample supply of the …

4 days ago · The measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, available at local health clinics and doctor’s offices, is the most effective way to prevent measles. Lubbock Public Health urges …

4 days ago · You can get a measles vaccine from your provider or any United pharmacy or at the Lubbock health Department for free or a reduced rate. Additionally, Katherine Wells, Director …

4 days ago · Lubbock and Texas health officials have confirmed 6 cases of measles in Gaines County, with others being investigated in the surrounding counties.

3 days ago · The Texas Department of State Health Services said on Friday there have been ten confirmed cases of measles in Gaines County. DSHS reported it as an outbreak of measles in …

Feb 3, 2025 · Dr. Cook, at the news conference in Lubbock, said that 1 in 1,000 people die from measles. According to the Centers for Disease Control , this is less than the flu's death rate of …

4 days ago · DSHS is working with South Plains Public Health District and Lubbock Public Health to investigate the outbreak. The best way to prevent getting sick is to be immunized with two …

Jan 30, 2025 · The Texas Department of State Health Services is announcing two confirmed cases of measles in residents of Gaines County. Both cases are in unvaccinated school age …

8 hours ago · The South Plains Public Health District began screening for measles from the Seminole Memorial Hospital in Gaines County on Monday. Zach Holbrooks, executive director …

17 hours ago · The measles, mumps and rubella vaccines is a two-shot series: The first is recommended at 12 to 15 months old and second between 4 to 6 years old. The vaccine is …