The measles outbreak is surging in West Texas, especially in under-vaccinated communities, but it’s not just coverage with the measles vaccine that is lagging behind. The use of other key vaccines in the childhood immunization schedule has decreased too.
As a measles outbreak in Texas has grown to nearly 150 cases, US Health and Human Services Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in an opinion piece on Fox News on Sunday that parents should consult with health-care providers “to understand their options to get the MMR vaccine” for their children.
Measles cases are popping up across the United States, including an outbreak in Texas that has led to the death of a child.
Anyone who hasn't been immunized against the highly contagious virus should get a shot 'right away,' local pediatrician says.
San Antonio is expected to be packed with visitors in March. With spring break crowds arriving next week comes a timely concern about measles after a potential exposure was reported in the Alamo City.
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