As Texas grapples with its largest measles outbreak in 20 years, whooping cough cases are surging, raising alarms among health officials. This year alone, over 8,400 pertussis cases have been reported, more than double last year's figures.
As a measles outbreak sweeps through Texas and New Mexico, local clinics report a surge in vaccination as parents rush to protect their children. But federal funding cuts threaten the crucial Vaccines for Children program.
Amid a devastating measles outbreak in Texas, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visits the affected area following the deaths of two unvaccinated children. The rising case count highlights urgent vaccination needs.
A concerning measles outbreak in western Texas has led to 279 confirmed cases, with a majority in unvaccinated individuals. Hospitalizations are rising, and experts warn of more cases to come.
A child with measles has reportedly exposed patrons at a Philadelphia restaurant. Health officials are tracing contacts and urging those exposed to verify vaccination status.
A measles outbreak in west Texas has resulted in the first U.S. measles-related death since 2015, highlighting the urgent need for vaccination as cases soar among unvaccinated children.
