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Map shows measles cases across U.S.
Measles cases are popping up across the United States, including an outbreak in Texas that has led to the death of a child.CBS News - 3d -
In Texas Measles Outbreak, Signs of a Riskier Future for Children
Vaccine hesitancy has been rising for years in the United States. Doctors and parents in one rural county are confronting the consequences.The New York Times - 3d -
What to know about measles, symptoms and the MMR vaccine
A recent outbreak of measles is prompting questions about the life-threatening disease and how to prevent it. Here's what to know.CBS News - 11h -
Federal Officials Underplaying Measles Vaccination, Experts Say
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has described the outbreak in West Texas last week as a “top priority.” But he has not explicitly encouraged Americans to get vaccinated.The New York Times - 4h -
RFK Jr. Announces New HHS Guidance Recognizing Only Two Sexes
The new guidance follows President Trump’s demand that the Health and Human Services Department align with his executive order barring transgender athletes from women’s sports.The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
Top FDA official resigns, warns firings will backfire on RFK Jr.
James Jones resigned as FDA deputy commissioner and said the Trump administration's "indiscriminate" job cuts show "disdain for the very people necessary to implement your agenda."CBS News - Feb. 20 -
RFK Jr. thrusts antidepressants into the spotlight — unnecessarily, advocates say
RFK Jr. plans to investigate SSRI and antidepressant use, particularly among children and teens, as part of the “Make America Healthy Again” movement.NBC News - Feb. 21 -
With RFK Jr. in charge, supplement makers see chance to cash in
The FDA is already limited in policing claims of health benefits by makers of supplements and herbal remedies — a $70 billion industry. Get ready for even less regulation.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Roy Wood Jr. on Trump, unity, personal connection and more
Comedian Roy Wood Jr., host of "Have I Got News For You," joined CBS News to discuss President Trump, his latest comedy special, the state of the world and more.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Eubank Jr slaps Benn with egg at chaotic face-off
Chris Eubank Jr slaps Conor Benn across the face with an egg during a head-to-head at an extraordinary media conference for their fight in Manchester.BBC News - 6d -
How RFK Jr. could restrict abortion medication access
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has suggested that he is open to restricting access to abortion medication, the primary method used for abortions across the U.S. ...The Hill - 4d -
Conor Benn ‘deserved embarrassment’ of egg hit, says Chris Eubank Jr
‘If I had an opportunity to do it again then I would’ Egg hit during Tuesday press conference sparked brawl Chris Eubank Jr said Conor Benn “deserved the embarrassment” of being hit with an egg ...The Guardian - 4d -
RFK Jr. issues rule barring public comment on HHS rulemaking
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Friday released a policy prohibiting public comments during his department's rulemaking process, ending more than 50 years of the ...The Hill - 3d -
Fight results: Gervonta 'Tank' Davis and Lamont Roach Jr. fight to a draw
Gervonta Davis retained his WBA lightweight title with a majority draw against Lamont Roach Jr.ESPN - 2d -
RFK Jr. tells parents to consider MMR vaccine amid outbreak
Presented by The Coalition to Strengthen America's Healthcare — Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. publicly acknowledged that the measles shot has ...The Hill - 7h -
Texas measles outbreak nears 100 cases: "This is the tip of the iceberg"
Health officials say a measles outbreak in West Texas is growing because of low vaccine rates and undetected infections.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
What to know about vaccine booster shots as measles spreads in Texas
In Texas, at least 90 cases of measles have been reported in recent weeks across the northwest part of that state.NBC News - Feb. 22 -
Measles Outbreak in Texas and New Mexico Sickens Nearly 100 People
Texas reported 90 cases this week, while New Mexico reported nine. A majority of the cases have been in a Texas county where vaccination rates have lagged behind the rest of the state.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Texas measles outbreak grows to 90 cases, worst level in 30 years
Epicenter of latest outbreak had one of state’s highest immunization exemption rates for 2023-24 school year. The measles outbreak in Texas has grown to at least 90 cases, reaching historic ...The Guardian - Feb. 22 -
US measles outbreak sickens nearly 100 in Texas, New Mexico
Texas authorities reported a surge in cases since January in communities with low vaccination rates.BBC News - Feb. 22 -
Gottlieb "very concerned" about Texas measles outbreak: "I think this will spread"
"I think that this is going to get into the hundreds of cases and could take many months to fully snuff out," Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former commissioner of the FDA, said about the ongoing measles ...CBS News - Feb. 23 -
Former FDA chief ‘very concerned’ about Texas measles outbreak spreading
Former Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Scott Gottlieb said he is “very concerned” about the measles outbreak in Texas spreading. Gottlieb joined CBS News's "Face the Nation” on ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
Measles outbreak grows to nearly 100 cases, with largest impact in Texas
CBS News medical contributor, Dr. Celine Gounder, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest in a measles outbreak in the U.S. that has grown to nearly 100 cases. Most cases are in Texas, which is ...CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Do you need a measles booster shot? What to know as an outbreak spreads
A measles outbreak in the U.S. has grown to nearly 100 cases. Here's what to know about measles vaccines and those who may need a booster.CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Nearly 100 Measles Cases Have Been Reported in Texas
The virus has spread in areas with low vaccination rates, and most of those affected are minors.Wired - Feb. 24 -
How Texas measles outbreak spread outside of Mennonite community
A measles outbreak primarily affecting the state of Texas has grown to nearly 100 cases, according to state health officials. Omar Villafranca explains how the measles outbreak may have spread ...CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Texas officials investigate potential measles exposure at two state universities
Two Texas universities have issued warnings about potential exposure to measles after someone who toured both campuses about 10 days ago tested positive. The state's health department says there ...CBS News - Feb. 24 -
As Texas measles outbreak grows, parents are choosing to vaccinate kids
As the measles outbreak in Texas keeps spreading, parents who previously chose not to vaccinate their children are now lining up to get their kids the MMR shots.NBC News - 6d -
Anti-vaccine movement falsely blames measles shots for Texas outbreak
As a measles outbreak sweeps through Texas, anti-vaccine groups are pushing a familiar and false theory: The virus is being caused by the vaccine itself.NBC News - 6d -
Texas measles outbreak grows and the Detroit Pistons' turnaround: Morning Rundown
Budget fight over limits on Trump's power. Measles vaccine falsely blamed for Texas outbreak. Russia's rare minerals offer. And the Detroit Piston's hot streak.NBC News - 5d -
Measles outbreak in Texas hits 124 cases and continues to climb
West Texas is trying to get a handle on a surging measles crisis that is now up to 124 cases. Health officials say of those confirmed cases, the vast majority were not vaccinated. New Mexico, New ...NBC News - 5d -
Texas measles outbreak worsens with 124 cases across nine counties
Highly contagious disease spreads among Mennonite community as 18 people hospitalized. A measles outbreak in rural west Texas has grown to 124 cases across nine counties, the state health ...The Guardian - 5d -
Mother says "it's terrifying" as measles cases rise in Texas amid outbreak
Texas is facing its largest measles outbreak in decades. At least 124 people have come down with the virus — mostly kids and those who are not vaccinated. The outbreak has spread across nine ...CBS News - 5d -
Child dies after contracting measles in Texas, officials say
A child who had been hospitalized after contracted measles in West Texas has died, health officials confirm. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.CBS News - 5d -
First measles death reported in Texas child as outbreak spreads
Health officials say a child who had not been vaccinated died of measles in West Texas — the first death in an outbreak that has infected more than 120 people.CBS News - 5d -
First measles death reported in Texas as Kennedy downplays outbreak
A child has died of measles in Texas, the first death in an outbreak that's infected at least 124 people. HHS secretary RFK Jr. has downplayed the outbreak.NBC News - 5d -
Texas mom with baby too young for measles vaccines worries about outbreak
A child who was hospitalized with measles in Texas has died from the illness, marking the first death in an outbreak that has infected more than 120 people since late last month. Omar Villafranca ...CBS News - 5d -
First death in measles outbreak reported in Texas as cases grow
A child who was hospitalized with measles has died from the illness in West Texas, state and local health officials announced. Lubbock health officials and the Department of State Health Services ...CBS News - 4d