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Texas Faces Worst Measles Outbreak in 30 Years

3/19/2025

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Texas Measles Crisis

Texas is grappling with its most severe measles outbreak in three decades, reporting 279 confirmed cases and a tragic death. As local pharmacies struggle with MMR vaccine shortages, Congressional Democrats are demanding clarity from the CDC on its response, highlighting fears that misinformation and low vaccination rates are fueling this alarming crisis.

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Houston Infant Recovers

Houston is grappling with its third measles case, this time involving an unvaccinated infant who was exposed while traveling abroad. Thankfully, the little one is recovering at home. This incident adds to Texas's alarming tally of 279 confirmed cases and one tragic death, prompting health officials to urgently advocate for the MMR vaccine to curb the spread.

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Texas Measles Crisis

Texas is grappling with its most severe measles outbreak in three decades, reporting 279 confirmed cases and a tragic death. As local pharmacies struggle with MMR vaccine shortages, Congressional Democrats are demanding clarity from the CDC on its response, highlighting fears that misinformation and low vaccination rates are fueling this alarming crisis.

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