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Health officials working to make sure measles outbreak doesn't happen in Bexar County


Published on 2025-02-28 20:43:16 - MSN
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The video from MSN discusses the efforts of health officials in Bexar County, Texas, to prevent a measles outbreak following a confirmed case in a local resident who had recently traveled internationally. The focus is on the importance of vaccination, with officials urging residents to ensure they are up-to-date with their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccinations. The video highlights the contagious nature of measles and the potential for rapid spread in communities with lower vaccination rates. Health authorities are actively tracing contacts of the infected individual, promoting vaccination drives, and providing information on symptoms and preventive measures to avoid an outbreak. The urgency of the situation is underscored by the reminder of measles' potential severity, especially in unvaccinated populations.

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