Measles cases continue to rise in the US. Here’s what to know and how to avoid it
Measles cases continue to rise in the US. Here’s what to know and how to avoid it - Americans are growing more concerned about the preventable virus after an unvaccinated child died in the West Texas
What is measles? Here's what you need to know about the deadly virus
Measles is one of the world's most contagious viruses. Here's what to know and how to avoid it
Measles is a respiratory disease caused by one of the world's most contagious viruses. It spreads easily when an infected person breathes, sneezes or coughs. It most commonly affects kids. The best way to avoid measles is to get the measles,
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First US measles death since 2015 shows vaccination decline
Measles death in Texas puts Kennedy's vaccine views to the test
What to Know About the West Texas Measles Outbreak
A measles outbreak in West Texas has topped 120 cases and resulted in the first U.S. death from the illness in a decade. The Texas Department of State Health Services on Wednesday reported the death of a “school-aged child” who was hospitalized in Lubbock,
RFK Jr. said measles outbreaks are ‘not unusual’ in the US. Doctors say he’s wrong
When Health and Human Services Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Kennedy answered questions during the first cabinet meeting of the new Trump administration, he incorrectly described the number of people who died in a West Texas measles outbreak and the reason people were hospitalized.
As Measles Cases Mount in the U.S., What’s the Situation Worldwide?
According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 10.3 million people were infected with measles and 107,500 died. Most were unvaccinated people or children younger than five. Cases were most common in parts of Africa, the Middle East and Asia where incomes are low and health services insufficient.
Some experts question RFK Jr. calling measles outbreak 'not unusual'
Public health experts are questioning RFK Jr's comments after he said the Texas measles outbreak was "not unusual."
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.
Measles cases reported in New Jersey, Kentucky amid ongoing outbreak in Texas
More measles cases have been confirmed in New Jersey and Kentucky as health officials work to treat patients in an ongoing outbreak in Texas.
Do You Need a Measles Booster?
Vaccines are the most effective tools to combat measles. Breakthrough cases — infections among the vaccinated — are extremely rare. But as outbreaks spread, it’s important to review your own vaccination status and make sure you are properly protected.