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February 22, 2025 at 3:17 AM

Measles outbreak worsens in West Texas, children are most infected

ABC News’ Mireya Villarreal reports on how the worst outbreak of measles to hit Texas in 30 years is growing, with many of the infected being children.
February 22, 2025 at 3:17 AM
Measles outbreak worsens in West Texas, children are most infected
February 22, 2025 at 1:35 AM

Texas measles outbreak grows to 90 cases, largest in over 30 years

A measles outbreak in Texas has grown to 90 cases, mostly among unvaccinated children, state health data published Friday shows.
February 22, 2025 at 1:35 AM
In an undated stock photo, a young girl is seen with measles on her neck and face.
February 22, 2025 at 12:29 AM

Texas measles outbreak grows

ABC News' Dr. Alok Patel discusses the growing measles outbreak in Texas, the risk factors for deep vein thrombosis and the Trump administration’s plans to look into medications for kids.
February 22, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Texas measles outbreak grows
February 20, 2025 at 10:10 AM

Texas' measles outbreak spreads to New Mexico

The Texas Department of State Health Services reports 58 measles cases linked to an outbreak in West Texas.
February 20, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Texas' measles outbreak spreads to New Mexico
February 19, 2025 at 4:46 PM

Increase of measles cases ‘very concerning’ in US

ABC News medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel talks about the rising cases of measles in the U.S. and fears “the number is only going to continue to grow.”
February 19, 2025 at 4:46 PM
VIDEO: Increase of measles cases ‘very concerning’ in US
February 19, 2025 at 4:28 PM

Texas measles outbreak grows as cases spread to New Mexico. Should you be concerned?

Measles is spreading across the U.S., with an outbreak growing in Texas and cases reported in nearby states. Experts explain whether or not you should be concerned.
February 19, 2025 at 4:28 PM
The MMR vaccine for measles, mumps or rubella at Logan Square Health Center in Chicago in 2019.
February 19, 2025 at 3:11 PM

New measles outbreak in West Texas

Officials reported 10 new cases of measles in Texas since Friday, bringing the total to 58.
February 19, 2025 at 3:11 PM
VIDEO: New measles outbreak in West Texas
February 18, 2025 at 7:45 AM

Measles cases are rising as Texas outbreak grows to largest in state in 30 years

According to the Department of State Health Services, a measles outbreak in western Texas has increased from 24 confirmed cases on Tuesday to 48 cases by Friday.
February 18, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Measles cases are rising as Texas outbreak grows to largest in state in 30 years
February 16, 2025 at 2:06 AM

Measles rapidly spreading through rural Texas 

Officials said 48 cases of the disease have been reported, mostly in children and teens, with 13 hospitalizations.
February 16, 2025 at 2:06 AM
VIDEO: Measles rapidly spreading through rural Texas 
February 11, 2025 at 10:42 PM

Measles cases are rising, primarily in unvaccinated people: Health officials

Measles cases are rising in the U.S. with infections confirmed in at least five states this year, and primarily spreading among unvaccinated people.
February 11, 2025 at 10:42 PM
In an undated stock photo, a young girl is seen with measles on her neck and face.
February 11, 2025 at 8:21 PM

Measles cases are rising in the US, officials say

Measles cases are rising in the U.S. with infections confirmed in at least five states this year, and primarily spreading among unvaccinated people.
February 11, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Measles cases are rising in the US, officials say
3 months ago

Measles cases surge worldwide in 2023: WHO

Dr. Alok Patel discusses the World Health Organization report which found that nearly 107,500 people died from measles worldwide in 2023.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Measles cases surge worldwide in 2023: WHO
3 months ago

Measles cases surge worldwide, infecting 10.3 million in 2023, WHO report finds

There were an estimated 10.3 million cases of measles in 2023 globally -- an increase of 20% from the previous year, according to a new WHO report.
3 months ago
In this undated stock photo, a child is shown with red rash spots from measles.
9 months ago

Chicago officials say city's measles outbreak over after 6 weeks with no new cases

The Chicago Department of Public Health announced Thursday that the city's measles outbreak is over after six weeks with no new cases.
9 months ago
The MMR vaccine for measles, mumps or rubella at Logan Square Health Center in Chicago in 2019.
9 months ago

Possible measles exposure at LAX

Officials say a traveler who recently passed through terminal B at the Los Angeles airport was infected with measles and may have exposed others.
9 months ago
VIDEO: Possible measles exposure at LAX
10 months ago

More than 150 people in this state exposed to measles, health officials say

Health officials in West Virginia said Friday more than 150 people were exposed to measles after a case was identified earlier this week.
10 months ago
Measles virus particle, illustration.
10 months ago

Children's museum total solar eclipse event may have led to measles exposure

Officials are warning that people who attended a total eclipse event at the Children's Museum of Indianapolis may have been exposed to measles.
10 months ago
Children's Museum of Indianapolis, in Indianapolis, Indiana on Sept. 30, 2012.
10 months ago

Possible measles exposure at eclipse event in Indianapolis

The Marion County Public Health Department said people may have been exposed to measles at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.
10 months ago
The Marion County Public Health Department said people may have been exposed to measles at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.
10 months ago

Measles cases continue to rise

At least 113 measles cases have been reported in 17 states so far this year, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
10 months ago
VIDEO: Measles cases continue to rise
10 months ago

Measles outbreak puts elimination status at risk: CDC

A new CDC report published Thursday found that the U.S.'s measles elimination status is being threatened due to the most recent outbreak this year.
10 months ago
In this undated stock photo, a child is shown with red rash spots from measles.
1 year ago

CDC reports measles cases have already surpassed all of last year

Two more cases of measles have been reported in Chicago, while Indiana health officials are investigating a possible "mass exposure" of the virus at a local church.
1 year ago
VIDEO: CDC reports measles cases have already surpassed all of last year
1 year ago

CDC calls for vaccinations amid rise in measles cases

There have been 58 reported cases across 17 states and the agency is urging those who travel overseas to get vaccinated before their trips.
1 year ago
VIDEO: CDC calls for vaccinations amid rise in measles cases
1 year ago

US Measles cases growing

Plus, St. Patrick's Day festivities start a day early.
1 year ago
VIDEO: US Measles cases growing
1 year ago

Why measles cases are on the rise and how to keep your family safe

There have been at least 58 measles cases across 17 states so far in 2024, already matching the number of cases in the U.S. in 2023.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Why measles cases are on the rise and how to keep your family safe
1 year ago

Why do states across the US keep experiencing measles outbreaks?

Measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000 but outbreaks keep popping up across the U.S. Experts explain to ABC News why this keeps happening.
1 year ago
In this undated stock photo, a child is shown with red rash spots from measles.
1 year ago

Measles cases on the rise in US

ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos reports on what’s behind the increase in measles cases in the United States.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Measles cases on the rise in US
1 year ago

CDC sending team to major US city after its first measles cases since 2019

A CDC team is being deployed to Chicago to help health officials respond to the city's first measles cases since 2019, the city health department told ABC News.
1 year ago
A general view of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters in Atlanta, Sept. 30, 2014.
1 year ago

2nd cases of measles at migrant shelter in Chicago

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will be helping with the response, according to city officials.
1 year ago
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will be helping with the response, according to city officials.
1 year ago

Major US city reports its first measles cases since 2019

Chicago health officials reported the city's first cases of measles since 2019, one in a city resident and the other in a child at a new arrivals shelter.
1 year ago
Measles virus particle, illustration.
1 year ago

What to know about measles outbreak

ABC News medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel on why the disease is on the rise and how you can protect yourself and your children.
1 year ago
VIDEO: What to know about measles outbreak
1 year ago

7th measles case confirmed in outbreak linked to elementary school in this state

The seventh case of measles linked to an outbreak at Manatee Bay Elementary School in Florida was confirmed by officials on Tuesday.
1 year ago
Measles, mumps and rubella vaccine holding in hand with injection syringe at the background.
1 year ago

Latest on measles outbreak in Florida

"GMA" looks at the growing concern over the increasing number of reported measles cases in South Florida where at least six children at one elementary school have been infected.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Latest on measles outbreak in Florida
1 year ago

Florida measles outbreak

The measles outbreak continues to grow in Florida schools, as state officials defy Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Florida measles outbreak
1 year ago

6th case of measles linked to Florida elementary school outbreak

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton talks about an uptick of measles, a highly contagious virus, in a Florida elementary school.
1 year ago
VIDEO: 6th case of measles linked to Florida elementary school outbreak
1 year ago

Children's MMR vaccine rate drops 2%, 250,000 kindergarteners vulnerable to measles

National MMR coverage has dropped 2% from the 2019-2021 school year to the 2022-2023 school year,
1 year ago
Lydia Fulton, LPN, administers the MMR vaccine to a child at Children's Primary Care Clinic in Minneapolis, April 28, 2017.
1 year ago

6th case of measles at elementary school in this state identified: Officials

A sixth case of measles linked to an outbreak at an elementary school in Weston, Florida, has been confirmed by officials.
1 year ago
Manatee Bay Elementary School is seen on Google Maps Street View, April 2023, in Weston, Fla.
1 year ago

New measles cases have parents on alert

Doctors say vaccination levels could leave more children vulnerable. ABC News’ Alison Kosik reports
1 year ago
VIDEO: New measles cases have parents on alert
1 year ago

New generation of doctors learning to spot measles

Measles was eliminated in 2000, so many new doctors may not have the experience to know what it looks like when an outbreak occurs.
1 year ago
Measles was eliminated in 2000, so many new doctors may not have the experience to know what it looks like when an outbreak occurs.
1 year ago

Measles was once an easily recognized disease. Doctors are relearning how to spot it

Measles was once considered eliminated in the U.S. Now, doctors are having to learn how to rapidly detect and diagnose a disease they have never had to treat before.
1 year ago
1 year ago

CDC warns health providers about the rise of measles cases

ABC News’ Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses the recent measles outbreaks in the U.S. and shares what symptoms to look out for and the best ways to protect loved ones.
1 year ago
VIDEO:  CDC warns health providers about the rise of measles cases
1 year ago

Measles outbreaks are occurring across the US. Here's why doctors are concerned

Two decades after measles was considered eliminated, outbreaks are occurring in some pockets of the U.S. Here's why doctors are concerned.
1 year ago
A one-dose bottle of measles, mumps and rubella virus vaccine, made by MERCK, is held up at the Salt Lake County Health Department on April 26, 2019 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
1 year ago

Doctors' group offers free measles vaccines in Philadelphia to fight outbreak

A doctors' group is offering free measles vaccines for unvaccinated residents in Philadelphia to fight an outbreak that has infected eight people so far.
1 year ago
A vial of a measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is seen in Mount Vernon, Ohio, May 17, 2019.
1 year ago

Downward trend in measles vaccination rates has health experts concerned

The national vaccination rate for kindergarten-aged children dropped from 95% in 2019-2020 to 93% in the 2022-23 school year.
1 year ago
The national vaccination rate for kindergarten-aged children dropped from 95% in 2019-2020 to 93% in the 2022-23 school year.
1 year ago

Health officials warn of measles exposure at airports

Health officials said an infected person passed through Dulles and Reagan airports this month.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Health officials warn of measles exposure at airports
1 year ago

8 confirmed measles cases reported in Philadelphia: What to know

The Philadelphia Department of Health said it's tracking a measles outbreak in the city, with eight confirmed cases as of Monday.
1 year ago
Measles virus particle, illustration.
1 year ago

Global measles cases rose 18% in 2022 amid low vaccination rates: Report

Domestic measles cases surged in 2019, with an estimated 1,274 people sick in at least 31 states -- the greatest number of cases reported since 1992, the CDC says.
1 year ago
In this April 26, 2019, file photo, a 10 pack and one dose bottles of measles, mumps and rubella virus vaccine, made by MERCK, sits on a counter at the Salt Lake County Health Department in Salt Lake City, Utah.
2 years ago

CDC says infants traveling abroad should get extra measles vaccine

The CDC issued a Health Alert this week, warning Americans about rising measles cases linked to international travel.
2 years ago
The measles mumps and rubella vaccine or also called the MMR vaccine is pictured in this stock photo.
2 years ago

American Samoa declares health emergency over measles outbreak

American Samoa declared a public health emergency in response to a measles outbreak that's led to 32 confirmed and probable cases, all in children 13 years old and under.
2 years ago
Illustration of measles virus infection showing giant multinucleated cells seen during microscopy of biopsy specimens, known as Warthin-Finkeldey giant cells.
2 years ago

Measles outbreak that sickened 85 kids -- almost all unvaccinated -- is over in Ohio

The measles outbreak that infected 85 children in central Ohio has been declared over, according to health officials. Nearly all the cases were among unvaccinated kids.
2 years ago
Illustration of measles virus infection showing giant multinucleated cells seen during microscopy of biopsy specimens, known as Warthin-Finkeldey giant cells.
2 years ago

Concerns grow amid measles outbreak in Ohio

The spread is concerning as children seem to be impacted most.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Concerns grow amid measles outbreak in Ohio