A measles outbreak in New Mexico has led to the death of an unvaccinated adult. While the exact cause of death remains unconfirmed, the individual did not seek medical care. This person was among 10 confirmed measles cases in Lea County, with a significant rise in cases reported across the state line in Texas, where 159 infections have surfaced. The CDC is assisting local health officials in Texas, emphasizing the critical need for timely vaccination and awareness to prevent outbreaks.
The person who died was unvaccinated and did not seek medical care, highlighting the importance of vaccination and timely medical intervention against measles.
New Mexico health officials have not linked the outbreak there to the Texas cases, despite being near the region where significant measles cases have been reported.
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