Gaines County, Texas, has reported the largest measles outbreak of the year, contributing significantly to the 1,281 cases across 39 states. The outbreak spans four states and accounts for around 950 cases. In the first six months, 27 outbreaks were recorded in the US, with 90 percent of cases linked to them. The CDC notes that 155 people have been hospitalized, and three deaths—two children in Texas and one adult in New Mexico—were among unvaccinated individuals. Most cases are in unvaccinated children and teens, with 92 percent associated with those unvaccinated or with unknown vaccination status.
In Gaines County, Texas, the largest measles outbreak this year has emerged, affecting four states and accounting for at least 950 of the 1,281 cases in the country.
In the first six months of the year, there have been 27 measles outbreaks nationally, with 1,281 cases reported across 39 states, primarily linked to these outbreaks.
The CDC reports that at least 155 individuals have been hospitalized due to measles, and three deaths have occurred among unvaccinated individuals.
Most measles cases are found in unvaccinated children and teenagers, with 92 percent of cases involving those who are unvaccinated or have an unknown vaccination status.
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