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Time on MSN · 22h

What to Know About the Measles Vaccine

Measles is a highly contagious airborne disease caused by a virus, and can be severe or even fatal. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the best way to protect yourself against measles is to get vaccinated. Here, TIME answers all your questions about the vaccine.

The Charlotte Observer on MSN · 23h

Measles cases are on the rise in the US. Should you get the vaccine in NC? What to know

As of Feb. 20, there were a total of 93 measles cases reported in eight states: Alaska, California, Georgia, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island and Texas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For comparison, 285 cases were reported in the U.S. in 2024.

Here's what the CDC says about rising measles cases

According to the CDC, if you were born after 1957, one dose is considered sufficient to be considered protected from measles. Some adults may need a second dose. The CDC says adults who are going to be in high-risk settings for transmission should make sure they’ve had two doses at least 28 days apart.

Texas Measles Outbreak Spreads to New Mexico

CBS News on MSN · 1h

Do you need a measles booster shot? What to know as an outbreak spreads

A measles outbreak in the U.S. has grown to at least 124 cases, prompting questions about how to stay safe. The outbreak is primarily affecting children and teenagers in Texas, nearly all of whom were unvaccinated.

USA Today · 3h

Texas measles outbreak: Here’s why it’s not going away anytime soon

Now 124 people infected in West Texas, nine more in New Mexico and outbreak 'still has a lot of energy and steam behind it.'

Texas Measles Cases Now At 124 With Fear Of Spread To Other Areas

Measles outbreak in Texas continues to grow, with 124 cases now reported. Public health officials also warn of potential spread San Marcos, San Antonio.

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If You Received a Measles Vaccine in This Decade, Check Your Records

Measles cases are currently rising in the U.S. We spoke with doctors to explain everything you need to protect yourself, ...

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Measles case continue to rise in rural parts of West Texas, with 124 confirmed

Brownfield, Texas — The measles outbreak in rural West Texas has grown to 124 cases across nine counties, the state health ...

Steps you can take to protect babies who can’t yet be vaccinated against measles

Doctor Pedro Chavez suggests parents talk to their child's pediatrician about getting their babies vaccinated as early as ...

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What does a measles rash look like? 9 pictures to help identify symptoms as it spreads in US

Tips to identify measles as several states report outbreaks of three cases or more. Texas has already reported over 120 cases ...

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Fox News Bemoans That ‘Vaccine Confidence Is At An All-time Low’ Amid Measles Outbreak

Elon Musk sent out an email to federal workers saying they must justify their work or resign. NBC News' Aaron Gilchrist has ...

Amarillo Globe-News on MSN1d

TTUHSC health officials weigh in on illness, vaccines as measles spread continues

You can contract measles simply by being in the same room with someone who has it, even after they leave,” Dr. Griffin said.

Reduced Vaccination Rates May Allow Spike in Measles Cases

Overall, unvaccinated children are at the greatest risk for measles, according to the CDC. The CDC currently recommends two ...

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Measles case in San Antonio prompts concerns over vaccination rates in schools

KABB Fox News 29 San Antonio provides local news, weather forecasts, traffic updates, investigations, notices of events and ...

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