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Measles Update: US Cases Rise, Texas Outbreak Recedes, and north America Grapples with Regional Spikes
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Saturday 07 June 2025
The United States is seeing a rise in measles cases, while Texas shows signs of recovery. Meanwhile, outbreaks continue in parts of Canada and Mexico.
WASHINGTON – The united States has reported 122 new measles cases this week, with the majority occurring outside of Texas. Outbreaks have been officially announced in the states of Pennsylvania and Michigan.
The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention said on Friday that 1168 measles cases have been confirmed across the United States.
“Health officials in the state of Texas, where the largest outbreak of the country erupted in the late winter and spring, said that they will now publish the outcome of cases once a week only – in another indication that the outbreak is on it’s way to retreat.”
There are three other large outbreaks of the disease in North America.
The province of Ontario, Canada, is experiencing a critically important outbreak, with cases reaching a high as mid-october until June 3rd.A death was recorded on Thursday of a child who suffered from German measles syndrome and had pre-existing health conditions.
The Canadian province of Alberta has witnessed another outbreak, with 761 people affected as of Thursday. The Mexican state of Coyoa has recorded 1940 measles cases and four deaths as of Friday, according to state data.
“Health officials in the state of Texas…will now publish the outcome of cases once a week only – in another indication that the outbreak is on its way to retreat.”
Frequently Asked Questions About Measles
- What are the symptoms of measles?
- Symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, and a rash.
- How is measles spread?
- Measles is spread through the air by respiratory droplets.
- How can measles be prevented?
- Measles can be prevented with the MMR vaccine.
- What are the complications of measles?
- Complications can include pneumonia, encephalitis, and death.
- where can I get vaccinated against measles?
- You can get vaccinated at your doctor’s office or local health clinic.
Sources
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Measles
- World Health Organization: Measles
- CDC: Measles Vaccination
- WHO: Measles Fact Sheet
- WHO: Measles Update
- CDC: Global Measles Details
- World Health Organization: Measles Statistics
- CDC: Global measles Trends
- CDC: Measles vaccination Recommendations
- Immunization Action Coalition: Measles Expert Q&A
