City of Houston chief medical officer answers questions about Texas measles outbreak
For the first time in years, Americans are in the midst of an outbreak of the measles virus. Earlier this week, an unvaccinated child in Texas was the first person to die from the virus in a decade, and more than 100 people have confirmed infections.
It comes as state health officials said the measles case count has increased to at least 158 in the West Texas outbreak. One child died.
As measles — a preventable disease the U.S. considered eliminated in 2000 — spreads through West Texas’ rural expanse, ...
Dr. David Persse, HHD’s chief medical official, said he expects that more are getting their vaccine with their primary care ...
The Texas Department of State Health Services has confirmed 146 cases across the state since late January. Posted: March 2, ...
DALLAS — More than 140 cases of measles have been reported in Texas, including one here in North Texas, and a child in ...
The Houston Health department is investigating two possible cases of measles in the city. The Houston rodeo plans to monitor ...
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HOUSTON — The first death linked to the west Texas measles outbreak is creating growing concern for parents and doctors ...
Kennedy said vaccines can protect children and contribute to community immunity, but the decision should still be parents'.
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