Measles Outbreak Grows In Texas.
A measles outbreak in Texas has grown to 159 cases, and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it is now on the ground in that state to respond. The agency posted on X that it’s partnering with the Texas Department of State Health Services.
“This partnership – known as an Epi-Aid – is a rapid response by CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) to tackle urgent public health issues like disease outbreaks. EIS officers provide local officials onsite support for 1-3 weeks, aiding in quick decision-making to control health threats. The local authority leads the investigation while collaborating with CDC experts,” the post said.
Previously, the CDC had provided lab support and measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccines to Texas to help the outbreak response.
By Neha Mukherjee, CNN
The Measles outbreak in Texas and other states is causing increased alarm as cases continue to climb. The CDC is ‘on the ground’ trying to stem the transmission of the highly contagious disease but making headway has proven to be a difficult endeavor. Vaccines, for some reason have become controversial but are nearly 100% effective in preventing this deadly disease. They are best hope for stopping the continued spread and preventing new outbreaks.
