A second child has died from measles in Texas amidst an ongoing outbreak, with cases soaring to 481 across 19 counties. An 8-year-old girl succumbed to measles pulmonary failure in Lubbock, following an earlier death of a different child in February. Health authorities attribute the outbreak primarily to unvaccinated individuals, especially children. Numerous cases were confirmed after a visitor potentially exposed others in Grapevine, raising concerns about further infections. Symptoms include high fever, cough, and serious complications. Health officials are urging those unvaccinated or uncertain about their vaccination status to take precautions.
A second child with measles in Texas has died, highlighting the serious impact of the current outbreak that has grown to 481 confirmed cases.
The outbreak in Texas has affected mainly unvaccinated children, with cases including a significant number of younger patients vulnerable to serious complications.
Tarrant County health officials warned unvaccinated individuals who visited Grapevine during a specific timeframe should be vigilant due to higher risk of contracting measles.
Measles is among the most contagious viruses, with symptoms appearing days after exposure, reinforcing the need for vaccination as prevention.
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