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Second child died from measles-related causes in West Texas, where cases are nearing 500

World News DEVI SHASTRI - April 6, 2025

A second school-aged child in West Texas has died from a measles-related illness, a hospital spokesman confirmed Sunday, as the outbreak continues to swell. Aaron Davis, a spokesperson for UMC Health System...

Measles cases are still rising in Texas. Here’s what you should know about the contagious virus

World News DEVI SHASTRI - March 11, 2025

Measles outbreaks in West Texas and New Mexico are now up to more than 250 cases, and two unvaccinated people have died from measles-related causes.Measles is caused by a highly contagious virus...

West Texas reports nearly 200 measles cases. New Mexico is up to 30

World News DEVI SHASTRI - March 7, 2025

A historic measles outbreak in West Texas is just short of 200 cases, Texas state health officials said Friday, while the number of cases in neighboring New Mexico tripled to 30. Most...