February 26, 2025 – The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has reported the first death from the ongoing measles outbreak in the South Plains and Panhandle regions.
A school-aged child, who was unvaccinated, tragically passed away after being hospitalized in Lubbock last week and testing positive for measles.
As of February 25, 2025, there have been 124 confirmed cases of measles since the outbreak began in late January, with the majority of those cases occurring in children.
Key Points:
- First death reported in the ongoing measles outbreak in Texas.
- 124 confirmed cases of measles since late January.
- Eighteen people hospitalized due to complications from the outbreak.
- The victim was unvaccinated, highlighting the importance of vaccination for protection.
- Most cases involve children, emphasizing the need for immediate action.
The DSHS urges all residents, especially parents, to ensure that children are up-to-date on vaccinations to prevent further spread of this potentially deadly disease.