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Measles Outbreak in Texas and New Mexico Alarms Experts

2/23/2025

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Gottlieb Warns Measles

Health experts are sounding the alarm over a troubling measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico, with nearly 100 cases, mostly among unvaccinated individuals. Dr. Scott Gottlieb cautions that this alarming trend could spiral into hundreds of cases, jeopardizing the U.S. measles elimination status and posing significant risks to public health and travel safety.

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Health Officials Alert Measles

Health officials in San Marcos, Texas, are sounding the alarm after a Gaines County resident tested positive for measles on February 14. Those who visited Texas State University and Twin Peaks Restaurant during certain hours could be at risk. With 90% of unvaccinated individuals vulnerable, timely vaccination is essential, as symptoms may appear within 21 days.

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Gottlieb Warns Measles

Health experts are sounding the alarm over a troubling measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico, with nearly 100 cases, mostly among unvaccinated individuals. Dr. Scott Gottlieb cautions that this alarming trend could spiral into hundreds of cases, jeopardizing the U.S. measles elimination status and posing significant risks to public health and travel safety.

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