The largest measles outbreak in decades has hit Texas and New Mexico, affecting 99 people so far. Texas health officials report 90 cases in the state’s South Plains area, while New Mexico has found nine cases in Lea County. In Gaines County, Texas, where the outbreak started, 18% of students are unvaccinated – the highest rate in the state this school year. This has made it easier for the disease to spread. The outbreak has already sent many people to the hospital – 27% of people who got sick needed hospital care. “This will spread,” warns Dr. Scott Gottlieb, former … Continue reading Measles Cases Near 100 in Texas and New Mexico