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Texas measles outbreak hits 422 cases with 22 new infections confirmed

The measles outbreak in western Texas is continuing to grow with a total of 422, according to new data published Tuesday.
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A sign is seen outside a clinic with the South Plains Public Health District, on Feb. 23, 2025, in Brownfield, Texas.
March 31, 2025 at 8:16 PM

Texas measles outbreak is spreading beyond Mennonites: Officials

When Texas officials first discovered measles cases this year, they were among the Mennonite population. Now, officials say cases are spreading to other communities.
March 31, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Signs point the way to measles testing in the parking lot of the Seminole Hospital District across from Wigwam Stadium, on Feb. 27, 2025, in Seminole, Texas.
March 31, 2025 at 12:20 AM

‘We are on track to have the worst measles outbreak of this century’: Dr. Jha

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz interviews Biden’s coronavirus response coordinator and dean of Brown University's School of Public Health Dr. Ashish Jha on “This Week.”
March 31, 2025 at 12:20 AM
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with the Dean of Brown University's School of Public Health Dr. Ashish Jha
March 30, 2025 at 1:00 AM

Nearly 500 cases of measles reported across 19 states

Plus, why Utah banned fluoride in public drinking water and the potential fallout from the FDA’s top vaccine official’s resignation.
March 30, 2025 at 1:00 AM
VIDEO: Nearly 500 cases of measles reported across 19 states
March 29, 2025 at 4:42 PM

Texas now reporting 400 measles cases as some kids get sick from too much vitamin A

The number of measles cases associated with an outbreak in western Texas has grown to 400 cases amid reports of some children taking unhealthy amounts of vitamin A.
March 29, 2025 at 4:42 PM
A member of the medical staff administers a dose of the measles vaccine to a child at a health center in Lubbock, Texas, on Feb. 27, 2025.
March 29, 2025 at 4:18 PM

US measles cases skyrocket

Texas is now reporting 400 measles cases with 41 people requiring hospitalization. The first cases in Texas were back in January.
March 29, 2025 at 4:18 PM
VIDEO: US measles cases skyrocket
March 29, 2025 at 11:11 AM

What to know about rare measles breakthrough cases as virus spreads across US

As measles spreads across the U.S., a few fully vaccinated people have contracted rare breakthrough cases. Here's what to know and why vaccination is still important.
March 29, 2025 at 11:11 AM
A view shows MMR vaccine at the City of Lubbock Health Department in Lubbock, Texas, Feb. 27, 2025.
March 27, 2025 at 4:19 PM

Measles case confirmed in Washington, DC

A measles case was confirmed in a person who traveled to Washington, D.C., on an Amtrak train, according to the D.C. Department of Health.
March 27, 2025 at 4:19 PM
VIDEO: Measles case confirmed in Washington, DC
March 27, 2025 at 12:18 PM

Measles case confirmed in DC, individual may have exposed others on Amtrak train

A measles case was confirmed in a person who traveled to Washington, D.C., on an Amtrak train, according to the D.C. Department of Health.
March 27, 2025 at 12:18 PM
An Amtrak train arrives at Union Station, Nov. 22, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
March 26, 2025 at 10:16 PM

Measles case confirmed in DC, individual may have exposed others on Amtrak train

Health officials are working to inform fellow passengers.
March 26, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Health officials are working to inform fellow passengers.
March 26, 2025 at 6:34 PM

Officials are working to increase measles vaccinations as cases rise across the US

State and local data shows that measles vaccination rates appear to be increasing in some areas of the U.S. that have been affected by outbreaks this year.
March 26, 2025 at 6:34 PM
A member of the medical staff administers a dose of the measles vaccine to a child at a health center in Lubbock, Texas, on Feb. 27, 2025.
March 26, 2025 at 12:32 PM

Texas measles outbreak grows to 327 cases with 18 new confirmed infections: Officials

The measles outbreak in western Texas is continuing to grow with 327 cases confirmed, according to new data published Tuesday.
March 26, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Signs point the way to measles testing in the parking lot of the Seminole Hospital District across from Wigwam Stadium, on Feb. 27, 2025, in Seminole, Texas.
March 22, 2025 at 3:07 PM

Nationwide measles cases now surpassing the number for all of last year

There are now more than 370 cases across the U.S. in 17 states, according to recent CDC data.
March 22, 2025 at 3:07 PM
VIDEO: Nationwide measles cases now surpassing the number for all of last year
March 22, 2025 at 2:46 PM

Measles cases on the rise

The state of Texas is now reporting 309 cases with one death, bringing the total of confirmed measles cases to 378 across 17 states.
March 22, 2025 at 2:46 PM
VIDEO: Measles cases on the rise
March 21, 2025 at 5:46 PM

Measles cases linked to Texas outbreak hit 309, surpassing nationwide total in 2024

The number of measles cases associated with an outbreak in western Texas has grown to 309, according to new data released Friday.
March 21, 2025 at 5:46 PM
A vial of the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is on display at the Lubbock Health Department, on Feb. 26, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas.
March 20, 2025 at 1:58 PM

Do you need another measles vaccine dose? Experts reveal who is protected

As measles cases continue to spread across the United States, experts reveal who may need another vaccine dose and who is protected from the virus.
March 20, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Boxes and vials of the Measles, Mumps, Rubella Virus Vaccine at a vaccine clinic put on by Lubbock Public Health Department, March 1, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas.
March 18, 2025 at 7:43 PM

Texas measles outbreak grows, nears US 2024 total

The measles outbreak in western Texas has grown to a total of 279 cases, according to new state data published Tuesday.
March 18, 2025 at 7:43 PM
A member of the medical staff administers a dose of the measles vaccine to a child at a health center in Lubbock, Texas, on Feb. 27, 2025.
March 15, 2025 at 3:46 PM

Measles cases grow as RFK Jr. makes controversial claims about treatment

Plus, why the FDA has recalled certain skincare products and a new report that children should avoid slushies.
March 15, 2025 at 3:46 PM
VIDEO: Measles cases grow as RFK Jr. makes controversial claims about treatment
March 14, 2025 at 8:39 PM

Texas measles outbreak hits 259; just 2 cases among fully vaccinated

The number of measles cases associated with an outbreak in western Texas has grown to 259, according to new data released Friday.
March 14, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Signs point the way to measles testing in the parking lot of the Seminole Hospital District across from Wigwam Stadium, on Feb. 27, 2025, in Seminole, Texas.
March 14, 2025 at 4:47 PM

Debunking RFK Jr.'s measles claims

RFK Jr. has claimed measles can be treated with vitamin A and that severe infection is linked to poor diet. But many experts who spoke with ABC News disagreed.
March 14, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Debunking RFK Jr.'s measles claims
March 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Former CDC director argues for stronger guidance on infant measles vaccine dose

Former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky called for stronger, nationwide guidance on infant measles vaccine doses in a new opinion paper published Friday.
March 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM
A vial of the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is on display at the Lubbock Health Department, on Feb. 26, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas.
March 13, 2025 at 4:13 PM

Europe saw highest number of measles cases last year in more than 25 years, WHO says

Europe saw the highest number of measles cases last year in more than 25 years, according to a new report published Thursday by the WHO and UNICEF.
March 13, 2025 at 4:13 PM
The logo of the WHO is seen on panel in front of the headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO) on January 23, 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland.
March 12, 2025 at 6:39 PM

5 key questions about measles answered amid outbreak

With spiking cases and the first measles death in a decade, here are five things to know about measles.
March 12, 2025 at 6:39 PM
A vial of a Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) virus vaccine at Kaiser Permanente Redwood City, in Redwood City, Calif., April 12, 2019.
March 12, 2025 at 3:12 PM

Measles outbreak spreads to more states

Fifteen states, from Alaska to New York, are reporting cases of the measles, with Texas being the hardest-hit state with 223 cases reported.
March 12, 2025 at 3:12 PM
VIDEO: Measles outbreak spreads to more states
March 12, 2025 at 12:15 PM

223 measles cases confirmed in Texas as outbreak grows

The measles outbreak in western Texas is continuing to grow with a total of 223 cases confirmed, according to new data published Tuesday.
March 12, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Ethan Turner holds his 14 month old son, Niko, while he gets the MMR vaccine from Raynard Covarrubio at a vaccine clinic put on by Lubbock Public Health Department on March 1, 2025 in Lubbock, Texas.
March 8, 2025 at 4:04 PM

Latest on the measles outbreak

In West Texas, the measles outbreak is up to nearly 200 cases, leading officials to revise their vaccine recommendations in the hotspots.
March 8, 2025 at 4:04 PM
VIDEO: Latest on the measles outbreak
March 8, 2025 at 2:16 AM

CDC reporting measles cases in at least a dozen states

Measles infections have been detected from Alaska to New York. There are now at least 198 cases linked to the outbreak in West Texas. Additionally, 30 cases have been reported in New Mexico.
March 8, 2025 at 2:16 AM
VIDEO: CDC reporting measles cases in at least a dozen states
March 7, 2025 at 11:53 PM

39 new measles cases reported in Texas as outbreak grows to 198: Officials

The number of measles cases associated with an outbreak in western Texas has grown to 198, according to new data released Friday.
March 7, 2025 at 11:53 PM
One year-old River Jacobs is held by his mother, Caitlin Fuller, while he receives an MMR vaccine from Raynard Covarrubio, at a vaccine clinic put on by Lubbock Public Health Department on March 1, 2025 in Lubbock, Texas.
March 7, 2025 at 1:24 PM

Unvaccinated adult in New Mexico tests positive for measles after dying

A possible second measles death has been recorded in the U.S. this year after a New Mexico resident tested positive for the virus following their death.
March 7, 2025 at 1:24 PM
VIDEO: Unvaccinated adult in New Mexico tests positive for measles after dying
March 7, 2025 at 12:29 PM

Unvaccinated New Mexico resident tests positive for measles after dying

A possible second measles death has been recorded in the U.S. this year after a New Mexico resident tested positive for the virus following their death.
March 7, 2025 at 12:29 PM
In this undated stock photo, a child is shown with red rash spots from measles.
1 month ago

Florida student diagnosed with measles

The state's surgeon general sent a letter to parents at Miami’s Palmetto Senior High School confirming a case at the school. Florida is now the 10th state to join a growing list with measles cases.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Florida student diagnosed with measles
1 month ago

1st case of measles detected in Florida

A Miami high schooler came down with measles, a doctor said Tuesday. It's the first known case of measles in Florida.
1 month ago
A person's body is covered in a rash, measles in this undated stock photo.
1 month ago

Texas officials say measles outbreak has increased

The number of measles cases associated with an outbreak in Texas has increased to 159 -- an increase of 13 cases in the past five days, authorities said on Tuesday.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Texas officials say measles outbreak has increased
1 month ago

Texas officials say measles outbreak has increased

The number of measles cases associated with an outbreak in Texas has increased to 159 -- an increase of 13 cases in the past five days, authorities said on Tuesday.
1 month ago
A health worker administers a measles test on Fernando Tarin, of Seagraves, Texas, at a mobile testing site outside Seminole Hospital District, Feb. 21, 2025, in Seminole, Texas.
1 month ago

How contagious is measles?

Measles is one of the most contagious viruses known to humans, experts say.
1 month ago
How contagious is measles?
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RFK Jr. guidance on measles is ‘internally contradictory’: Pediatrician

Dr. Paul Offit responds to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who stopped short of calling for vaccines amid the measles outbreak.
1 month ago
VIDEO: RFK Jr. guidance on measles is ‘internally contradictory’: Pediatrician
1 month ago

Amid growing Texas outbreak, how contagious is measles?

As measles spreads across the U.S. and an outbreak grows in western Texas, just how contagious is the virus?
1 month ago
In an undated stock photo, a young girl is seen with measles on her neck and face.
1 month ago

New CDC numbers in deadly measles outbreak

As the number of measles cases continues to climb in some states, the first death happened from the disease in the U.S. in ten years.
1 month ago
VIDEO: New CDC numbers in deadly measles outbreak
1 month ago

Texas measles outbreak grows to 146 cases

The measles outbreak in Texas has grown to 146 cases with most infections reported among children and teenagers, according to new data released Friday.
1 month ago
A person walks past a sign at a health center where the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine is administered in Lubbock, Texas, on Feb. 27, 2025.
1 month ago

Your top 7 measles-related questions answered

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula breaks down what you need to know about the measles.
1 month ago
ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula breaks down what you need to know about the measles.
1 month ago

New measles cases confirmed across the country

There is a growing concern among families and health officials as new measles cases are detected across the U.S.
1 month ago
VIDEO: New measles cases confirmed across the country
1 month ago

Dr. Narula answers your measles questions

With online searches about the disease soaring 900% in the last week, our chief medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula answers some of the most common questions on the current outbreak.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Dr. Narula answers your measles questions
1 month ago

Measles cases reported in New Jersey as officials warn outbreak may worsen

With new measles cases reported from New Mexico to New Jersey, including a deadly outbreak in Texas, health officials are fighting to limit the spread of one of the world's most contagious viruses.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Measles cases reported in New Jersey as officials warn outbreak may worsen
1 month ago

New Jersey, Kentucky report more measles cases amid spread in US

More measles cases have been confirmed in New Jersey and Kentucky as health officials work to treat patients in an ongoing outbreak in Texas.
1 month ago
The MMR vaccine for measles, mumps or rubella at Logan Square Health Center in Chicago in 2019.
1 month ago

Some experts question RFK Jr. calling measles outbreak 'not unusual'

Public health experts are questioning RFK Jr's comments after he said the Texas measles outbreak was "not unusual."
1 month ago
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. delivers remarks during a Cabinet meeting held by President Donald Trump at the White House, Feb. 26, 2025 in Washington
1 month ago

Doctor discusses efforts to mitigate the outbreak of measles in Texas

Dr. Lara Johnson, Chief Medical Officer at Covenant Health Hospital, joined ABC News Live to discuss the outbreak of measles in West Texas.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Doctor discusses efforts to mitigate the outbreak of measles in Texas
1 month ago

Measles death in US ‘a preventable tragedy’: Doctor

ABC News contributor Dr. John Brownstein discusses the return of the viral infection that was eliminated from the U.S. in 2000.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Measles death in US ‘a preventable tragedy’: Doctor
1 month ago

Unvaccinated child dies of measles amid Texas outbreak

An unvaccinated school-aged child in Texas has died of measles in what the CDC says is the first fatality of the disease in the U.S. in a decade.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Unvaccinated child dies of measles amid Texas outbreak
1 month ago

Unvaccinated child dies of measles amid outbreak

An unvaccinated school-aged child in Texas has died of measles, the first associated with an outbreak that has infected more than 100 people.
1 month ago
The MMR vaccine for measles, mumps or rubella at Logan Square Health Center in Chicago in 2019.
1 month ago

Unvaccinated child dies of measles, becoming 1st fatality of Texas outbreak

The child in the northwestern city of Lubbock was also the first person to die of the disease in the U.S. in a decade. As of Wednesday, 124 cases associated with the outbreak have been confirmed.
1 month ago
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