Last updated on February 24th, 2025 at 05:37 am
The measles outbreak in Texas has 90 confirmed cases so far it now become a serious topic! According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, at least 16 patients have been hospitalized because of a measles outbreak in the city.
Reports by Health officials show that most of those infected are under 18 years old and unvaccinated, 5 people are also suffering who are vaccinated. Authorities worry there are undetected cases, making it harder to contain the virus.
Measles is a highly contagious airborne virus. It can linger in indoor spaces for up to two hours meaning people can be infected without direct contact. Doctors warn that nearly all unvaccinated individuals exposed to the virus will contract it.
The outbreak is concentrated in Gaines and Terry Counties, where vaccine exemption rates are high. Gaines County has one of the highest exemption rates in Texas, at nearly 20%.
Measles symptoms typically appear 8-12 days after exposure and include:
There is no specific treatment for measles. The best way to prevent infection is through vaccination. Health experts are calling parents to get their children vaccinated to stop further spread.
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