Texas, Measles

Doctors are wary of RFK Jr.'s response to Texas measles outbreak
As cases of measles keep rising in Texas, some doctors call Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s response a "wink and nod" to anti-vaccine groups.
Measles Outbreak That Started In Texas Has Now Spread To Over 160 People In 9 States
Measles, a vaccine-preventable infectious disease, was eliminated as an endemic disease from the United States in 2000. Now, 25 years later, it has spread
9 states report measles cases as outbreaks grow
One of the most contagious viruses in the world is spreading around the United States. So far in 2025 there have been three distinct measles outbreaks and at least 164 cases reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention coming from nine states.
C.D.C. Sends ‘Disease Detectives’ to Texas for Measles Outbreak
The Trump administration is stepping in to help Texas respond to the deadly and highly contagious respiratory virus.
RFK Jr. urges measles vaccinations after years of casting doubt on the vaccine
WASHINGTON — Amid a growing outbreak of measles in Texas, recently confirmed Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is urging parents to vaccinate their children against the disease.
‘Irresponsible and reckless:’ Warren demands RFK Jr. clarify vaccine stance amid deadly measles outbreak
In the 18 days since Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was sworn in as secretary of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, his department has postponed or canceled two major vaccine advisory committee meetings,
Measles Outbreak Continues to Spread in West Texas
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the H.H.S. secretary, claimed that doctors had successfully treated children with unconventional remedies, including cod liver oil.
Northwest Texas measles outbreak grows to 159 cases as officials urge vaccinations
An outbreak of measles in northwest Texas grew to 159 cases on Tuesday, about a dozen more than health officials reported late last week. The latest update from the Texas Department of State Health Services shows the outbreak remains concentrated in school-aged children who have not received the vaccine that protects against measles,
Amid growing Texas outbreak, how contagious is measles?
Measles has been spreading across the U.S. for the last several weeks, sickening people in at least nine states amid a growing outbreak in western Texas. Several people have been hospitalized and at least one unvaccinated school-aged child in Texas has died,
Vaccine critic RFK Jr. backs measles vaccine amid deadly Texas outbreak
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a noted vaccine skeptic, is voicing support for the measles vaccine amid a deadly outbreak, mainly in Texas.
Texas leaders quiet amid the biggest measles outbreak in decades
Texas is facing its worst measles outbreak in decades, as cases have jumped from two to 146 in just one month.
Measles is popping up in the US. Here's how to avoid one of the world's most contagious viruses
The best way to avoid measles is to get the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine. The first shot is recommended for ...
Map shows measles cases across U.S.
Measles cases are popping up across the United States, including an outbreak in Texas that has led to the death of a child.
RFK Jr.’s focus on vitamin A for measles worries health experts
The measles outbreak in Texas has sparked debate over the use of vitamin A, with some health experts warning it may not be ...
Are Pa. residents at risk of a measles outbreak? Here’s what the experts say
"Measles is really the most contagious illness that we know of," one expert said, which is why vaccinations are so important.
After warning others, now US is at the receiving end: This country just advised its citizens to be cautious when visiting America; here’s why
A country has now issued a warning to citizens about traveling to the United States in the current situation, and has cited ...
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Top HHS Spokesperson Thomas Corry Resigns Over Measles Dispute
Corry handed in his resignation after just two weeks on the job as the assistant secretary for public affairs, Politico reported. Meanwhile, Sen. Elizabeth Warren takes RFK Jr. to task regarding his ...
Measles crisis in Texas: ‘Vaccines protect children,’ says Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in rare pro-vaccine message to parents
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. highlighted the rapid spread of measles in Texas, particularly among unvaccinated children. He urged ...
Americas at risk of losing measles elimination status, U.N. agency warns
Measles outbreaks across North America are threatening the region's status of having officially eliminated the virus, ...