Measles Outbreak in Texas Sparks Public Health Urgency
Texas is currently facing a resurgence of measles, with multiple cases reported in Houston and Lubbock. Health officials confirmed the first measles case in Lubbock in 21 years, raising alarms about falling vaccination rates. Both counties, particularly Harris and Lubbock, are now experiencing confirmed cases tied to unvaccinated children. In response, public health departments across the state are urging residents to vaccinate, with Austin Public Health also providing guidance amid the outbreak. Experts express concern about the potential for a larger crisis if vaccination rates do not improve.
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