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Texas Reports First Measles Case of 2025 Amid Outbreak

5/23/2025

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Williamson County, Texas, has confirmed its first measles case of 2025, affecting a school-age child who is currently recovering at home. As health officials probe potential exposures, a larger outbreak looms across Texas, contributing to over 1,000 cases nationwide. The urgency for vaccinations is clear, as measles can have dire consequences for the unvaccinated.

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Williamson County, Texas, has confirmed its first measles case of 2025, affecting a school-age child who is currently recovering at home. As health officials probe potential exposures, a larger outbreak looms across Texas, contributing to over 1,000 cases nationwide. The urgency for vaccinations is clear, as measles can have dire consequences for the unvaccinated.