Measles on the rise in the US: Symptoms to not miss in adults
A measles outbreak in West Texas and a nearby New Mexico county has resulted in 222 cases and two deaths, primarily among the unvaccinated. The virus, highly contagious and potentially deadly, spreads through infectious droplets or airborne transmission. Symptoms include high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a spreading rash. Vaccination remains the most effective prevention.
A measles outbreak in West Texas and a nearby New Mexico county has resulted in 222 cases and two deaths, primarily among the unvaccinated. The virus, highly contagious and potentially deadly, spreads through infectious droplets or airborne transmission. Symptoms include high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a spreading rash. Vaccination remains the most effective prevention.
