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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.
Texas measles outbreak grows to 90 cases in seven northwest counties
The largest measles outbreak in Texas in more than 30 years showed no signs of slowing down on Friday, rising to 90 cases across seven counties. The increase represents a jump of more than 50% since the Department of State Health Services last released an update on Tuesday.
Texas measles outbreak nearly doubles in a week to 90 cases. See map of cases per county
A fast-growing measles outbreak in West Texas has nearly doubled in just one week, now totaling 90 cases across seven counties and spreading to New Mexico. Earlier this week, the Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed 49 cases in five counties.
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