Fort Bend County Health and Human Services has confirmed its first case of measles in the county, involving a 50- to 60-year-old woman who was recently exposed while traveling internationally. This brings the total number of cases in the state since late January to at least 400, with 41 patients hospitalized.
The virus is highly contagious, with an infected person able to spread it to up to nine out of 10 people around them if they are not vaccinated. Symptoms often begin one to two weeks after exposure and can resemble common respiratory illnesses, including a high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and white spots in the mouth.
This marks the first death of measles in Texas since February, when an unvaccinated school-aged child died in Lubbock. Fort Bend County Judge KP George has assured the community that officials are working closely with Health and Human Services to prevent the spread of the disease.
Measles outbreaks can be devastating, especially among vulnerable populations. With over 400 cases confirmed in Texas alone, it’s essential for residents to take precautions and ensure they are up-to-date on their vaccinations.
Source: https://abc13.com/post/texas-measles-outbreak-woman-recently-traveled-confirmed-first-case-fort-bend-county-health-officials-confirm/16107109