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Time on MSN · 16h

What to Know About the Measles Vaccine

Measles is a highly contagious airborne disease caused by a virus, and can be severe or even fatal. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the best way to protect yourself against measles is to get vaccinated. Here, TIME answers all your questions about the vaccine.

The Charlotte Observer on MSN · 19h

Measles cases are on the rise in the US. Should you get the vaccine in NC? What to know

As of Feb. 20, there were a total of 93 measles cases reported in eight states: Alaska, California, Georgia, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York City, Rhode Island and Texas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For comparison, 285 cases were reported in the U.S. in 2024.

WGRZ-TV Buffalo on MSN · 17h

Measles outbreaks grow to nearly 100 cases

There are measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico right now, and most of the people getting sick are not vaccinated. Children are also many of those getting sick in places where the vaccination rates are a lot lower than they are here in New York State.

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CBS News on MSN · 19h

Do you need a measles booster shot? What to know as an outbreak spreads

A measles outbreak in the U.S. has grown to nearly 100 cases. Here's what to know about measles vaccines and those who may need a booster.

Are you protected? Here's what the CDC says about measles, which is spreading in Texas

According to the CDC, if you were born after 1957, one dose is considered sufficient to be considered protected from measles. Some adults may need a second dose. The CDC says adults who are going to be in high-risk settings for transmission should make sure they’ve had two doses at least 28 days apart.

The Washington Post · 1d

Measles, once eliminated in the U.S., sickens 99 in Texas and New Mexico

Health authorities warned of further spread. Most U.S. measles cases this year involved people 19 and under and those without a confirmed vaccination.

14hon MSN

Measles outbreak raises concerns amid carnival festivities

When vaccination rates fall below 95 percent, we know that a community is more at risk for an outbreak of spreading disease.” ...

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What to know about getting vaccinated for measles

Health experts say low vaccination rates are fueling outbreaks of the contagious disease that was considered to be eliminated ...

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Some older adults may need a measles booster, experts say

For most people, the MMR vaccine should provide a lifetime of immunity but the CDC said some people should get a booster.

15hon MSN

Nearly 100 Sickened With Measles As Outbreak Spreads In Texas, New Mexico

Cases of the highly contagious disease are expected to rise and potentially spread to other states where vaccination rates ...

Click2Houston13h

Measles Q&A: Do you need a measles booster?

Measles, a highly contagious airborne disease, can lead to severe health issues like blindness and pneumonia, with young ...

4don MSNOpinion

CDC layoffs strike deeply at its ability to respond to current flu, norovirus and measles outbreaks

Trump administration has taken actions to dismantle established public health infrastructure as part of its second-term ...

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US CDC reports five-fold increase in weekly measles cases as Texas outbreak grows

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday reported that measles cases so far this year had jumped to 93 ...

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Measles cases in US surpass 100: Which states have reported measles in 2025? See map

As Texas continues to battle a growing measles outbreak largely among its unvaccinated children, six other states have ...

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