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West Texas Measles Outbreak Surges to 48 Cases

Rosemary PotterRosemary Potter02/10/20250
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The measles outbreak in Gaines County, Texas, has seen a sharp rise, doubling to 48 confirmed cases, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services. The initial infections were detected in late January, and the numbers have been steadily increasing ever since.

A majority of the cases—42—are concentrated in Gaines County, with additional cases reported in nearby areas: three in Terry County, two in Yoakum County, and one in Lynn County. Given the highly contagious nature of measles, health officials anticipate further spread within the region. The outbreak has predominantly affected individuals who are either unvaccinated or have an unknown vaccination status, with most cases occurring in children aged 5 to 17. All patients experienced symptom onset within the last three weeks.

Thirteen individuals among the confirmed cases have required hospitalization.

Meanwhile, health authorities in New Mexico have also identified measles cases linked to the outbreak. Lea County, which borders Texas, reported two new cases on Friday, bringing its total to three for the week. One of the cases involved an unvaccinated teenager, while the vaccination status of the others remains unclear.

Measles is an airborne virus that spreads easily through respiratory droplets. It causes symptoms such as fever, cough, red eyes, and a characteristic rash. In severe cases, it can lead to complications including pneumonia, encephalitis (brain inflammation), and even death.

The low vaccination rate in Gaines County has been a significant concern. Data from the Texas health department shows that nearly 18% of kindergartners in the 2023-24 school year did not receive the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, one of the highest exemption rates in the state.

In response to the outbreak, the Texas health department is working closely with the South Plains Public Health District and Lubbock Public Health to contain the spread. A local vaccination clinic, run by the South Plains Public Health District, has provided at least 80 free MMR vaccinations in the past week and is now operating daily to meet increased demand.

Health officials in New Mexico have also launched vaccination efforts, offering free MMR shots at public health clinics in Lea County over the next two weeks. While the New Mexico Department of Health suspects a connection between the outbreaks in both states, further investigation is ongoing.

Nationwide, measles cases have been on the rise. In 2023, the United States recorded 285 cases—the highest number since 2019. This year, infections have already been reported in multiple states, including Texas, Alaska, New Mexico, Georgia, Rhode Island, and New York City.

The decline in vaccination rates has heightened concerns among health experts. According to the CDC, a record number of kindergartners—over 125,000—lacked coverage for at least one mandatory vaccine last school year. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services aims to achieve a 95% MMR vaccination rate among kindergartners to prevent future outbreaks. However, for the past four years, the nation has consistently fallen short of this goal.

 

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