Measles is one of the world’s most contagious viruses. Here’s what to know and how to avoid it

This week, an unvaccinated child died in the West Texas outbreak, which involves more than 120 cases.

FILE -A sign is seen outside of Seminole Hospital District offering measles testing, Feb. 21, 2025, in Seminole, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez), File)

By Associated Press

UPDATED: February 28, 2025 at 10:43 AM PST

Americans are growing more concerned about the preventable virus as cases continue to rise in rural West Texas.

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Originally Published: February 28, 2025 at 9:53 AM PST

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