A measles outbreak in West Texas has reached 505 cases, spreading to New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Mexico. Three unvaccinated individuals have died, including two children. A Texas daycare with over 200 children, many partially vaccinated, has seven confirmed cases, prompting health officials to recommend early second vaccine doses and isolation measures. The outbreak is concentrated in Gaines County, with low vaccination rates contributing to the spread. The CDC is deploying teams to assist in the response.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.