Texas, Measles and MMR vaccine

Experts answer questions surrounding MMR vaccine amid surge in cases across Texas
The first case of measles in Central Texas has been confirmed. With the number of cases growing across the state, there are many questions about the vaccine, especially from parents who don't want to vaccinate their children but may be rethinking it.
Measles outbreak in Texas surpasses 100 cases, health officials urging MMR vaccine
State and local health officials are urging individuals to receive MMR vaccine as Texas reaches 124 cases this week. Here is what we know.
First death from measles outbreak in Texas. What's the best way to prevent measles virus?
First death from measles in Texas confirmed and case numbers are rising. Will measles outbreak spread to Louisiana? Here's how to avoid the virus.
Child dies in measles outbreak in Texas as Washington officials urge vaccinations
In Washington state, health officials are urging residents to stay vigilant about vaccinations as concerns grow over the potential spread of the disease.
At the center of Texas measles outbreak, a by-the-numbers look at high rates of vaccine exemptions
Gaines County in West Texas is at the heart of the ongoing measles outbreak. Non-medical vaccine exemption rates there are high.
Do you need a measles vaccine booster? What to know as a Texas outbreak spreads
A measles outbreak in the U.S. has grown to over 120 cases​​​. Here's what to know about measles vaccines and those who may need a booster.
NY Post challenges RFK Jr. on Texas measles outbreak: ‘This vaccine is safe’
The editorial board of the New York Post is urging Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to clarify that the measles vaccine is safe amid an outbreak in Texas. “Go to
Vaccines, symptoms, herd immunity: Everything to know about the measles outbreak in Texas
The outbreak is primarily affecting West Texas, but officials in San Antonio, New Braunfels and San Marcos are monitoring cases after an infected person recently visited the area, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
As Texas measles outbreak grows, parents are choosing to vaccinate kids
As the measles outbreak in Texas keeps spreading, parents who previously chose not to vaccinate their children are now lining up to get their kids the MMR shots.
Texas measles outbreak: Central Texas pharmacist answers questions about MMR vaccine
Angela Solis, a pharmacist at Martin's Wellness and Compounding Pharmacies, said measles is the most contagious respiratory illness. She said interest in the MMR vaccine has increased at the pharmacies since the Texas measles outbreak began.
Vaccine interest increasing in Austin as measles outbreak in West Texas worsens
As the measles outbreak in West Texas continues to grow, one Austin-area pharmacy said they are seeing an increase in people inquiring about the MMR vaccine. It comes as state health officials announced the first measles death in the country in over a decade.
As the West Texas outbreak continues, do you need a measles booster?
The childhood measles-mumps-rubella vaccine will usually protect you against the measles for your entire life.
United, Market Street pharmacies to offer MRR vaccine amid growing Texas measles cases
The United Family pharmacies will be offering the MMR vaccine to protect against measles to local Texas communities. Here is ...
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North Texas public health officials prepare for possible measles spread
The measles case reported in Rockwall County is unrelated to the outbreak in West Texas, officials said, but they're ...
Texas Measles Surge 'Inevitable' Due to Vaccine Exemptions, Experts Warn
As first measles death is confirmed in the U.S. since 2015, experts warn the current West Texas outbreak is likely to spread.
‘Local immunization rates for children are lower than 94 percent’: doctors urge people to get vaccinated in wake of measles death in Texas
Some people think of measles as just a little rash and fever that clear up in a few days. But measles can cause serious ...