measles, Texas and MMR vaccine

As Texas measles outbreak grows, here's what to know about the disease, vaccines and response
The measles outbreak in Texas has quickly grown to 146 cases. One child has died. NBC News answers readers' questions about the disease, vaccines and government response.
Dr. Saphier on US measles outbreak and MMR vaccine hesitancy
Fox News medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier breaks down the spread of measles cases and the 'emotionally charged' debate over vaccines.
What experts say about childhood vaccines amid the Texas measles outbreak
As the Texas measles outbreak grows and HHS head RFK Jr. puts vaccines under new scrutiny, two experts answer questions about the public health tool.
Measles outbreak: how contagious is it and what are the symptoms?
Infectious disease experts say the latest outbreak is still in its infancy and could get a lot worse – here’s what to know
Measles outbreak FAQ: Do I need a vaccine booster? What do I do if I've been exposed? And what are the symptoms?
A child has died of measles in Texas, officials said — the first death from the highly contagious disease the United States has seen in a decade. The school-age child was not vaccinated, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Can you get measles if you're vaccinated? What to know about immunity and boosters
Health officials aim to improve public understanding of the importance of measles vaccinations and, for some, potentially the need for a booster shot.
Here are the MMR vaccination rates for kindergarteners in each Central Texas county
KVUE dug into Texas DSHS data showing MMR vaccination rates for Central Texas counties and local public school districts.
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Childhood vaccines: What research shows about their safety and potential side effects
In this piece, we include reporting tips, how vaccine side effects are tracked in the U.S., and what research shows about the ...
Measles outbreak in Texas surpasses 100 cases, health officials urging MMR vaccine
State and local health officials are urging individuals to receive MMR vaccine as Texas reaches 124 cases this week. Here is ...
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Do you need a measles vaccine booster? What to know as a Texas outbreak spreads
While measles is one of the most contagious infectious diseases, doctors say the vaccine, normally given as part of the combination measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, is highly effective and ...
Health Secretary Kennedy: Feds to send 2,000 measles, mumps, rubella vaccines to Texas
The death, reported on Wednesday, was the first U.S. fatality from the highly contagious disease in a decade. Government data ...
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What are cancer vaccines?
Cancer vaccines harness the power of the immune system to stop tumors in their tracks. They work a little differently than ...
FDA cancels meeting to update next season's flu vaccines
The Food and Drug Administration unexpectedly canceled an annual meeting of its advisers to update next season's influenza ...
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Ask PolitiFact: Who can get the measles and is the vaccine safe?
Measles is highly contagious. Without a vaccine, 9 out of 10 people exposed to measles will become infected, the CDC said. About 1 to 3 of every 1,000 children with measles will die, usually from ...