Texas measles outbreak spreads to New Mexico as case numbers near 100
Lea County, New Mexico, is now reporting an outbreak of measles, according to the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH). Lea County is near Gaines County, Texas, where measles cases continue to rise as part of the original outbreak.
Measles is a highly contagious airborne disease caused by a virus, and can be severe or even fatal. According to the U.S.
Public health officials in New Mexico have said they suspect some of the state's cases are linked to the Texas outbreak, but haven't confirmed it. Measles is a highly contagious disease.
Measles outbreaks rise to nearly 100 cases between Texas and New Mexico. Here's what you should know
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Amid the ongoing cases, New Mexico Health is hosting free measles vaccination clinics. There will be vaccines offered at the ...
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