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US measles cases surpass 700 with outbreaks in 6 states
Texas leads in measles cases; two unvaccinated young children have died from measles-related illness near the outbreak’s center in rural West Texas.
Published on Apr 16, 2025 12:34 AM IST
AP |
Born before 1967? You probably need a booster dose of the measles vaccine
Measles cases are spreading rapidly across the United States. The country has already reported more than double the number of cases it saw in all of 2024.
Published on Apr 11, 2025 10:47 AM IST
Edited by Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan
Measles claims life of second unvaccinated child in Texas amid growing outbreak
An 8-year-old child in Texas who was recently diagnosed with measles has died amid a growing outbreak in the state.
Updated on Apr 07, 2025 05:58 PM IST
Bloomberg |
Another unvaccinated kid dies in West Texas as US measles outbreak spirals
The US has more than double the number of measles cases it saw in all of 2024.
Updated on Apr 07, 2025 12:10 AM IST
US measles outbreak: WHO issues travel warning amid rising cases
With measles cases on the rise, the World Health Organization (WHO) has now issued a travel advisory.
Published on Apr 01, 2025 01:27 PM IST
Sumanti Sen
2 measles cases confirmed in Erie County: List of US states affected by outbreak
A medical expert reportedly stressed that although there are only two confirmed cases in Erie County, the risk of the disease further spreading remains.
Published on Mar 25, 2025 11:46 AM IST
Sumanti Sen
Red Alert on these 3 airports as measles outbreak spreads. Details here
Three major US airports are on high alert for measles after confirmed cases.
Published on Mar 11, 2025 09:35 PM IST
Dulles International Airport on red alert after passenger imports lethal disease
Washington Dulles International Airport has been put on a red alert, with experts issuing warning to the passengers about potential measles outbreak.
Updated on Mar 11, 2025 12:15 AM IST
JFK Airport on measles alert after infected child from China lands in US
The unvaccinated child arrived at JFK on a China Airlines flight, before boarding an overnight shuttle bus to North Philadelphia.
Published on Mar 04, 2025 09:35 AM IST
Sumanti Sen
Measles is one of the world's most contagious viruses. Here's what to know and how to avoid it
Measles is one of the world's most contagious viruses. Here's what to know and how to avoid it
Published on Feb 28, 2025 12:01 AM IST
AP |
‘Anti-vaxxers existed before, but never led governments’
Drew Weissman warns that a rise in anti-vaxxers could lead to deaths from preventable diseases like measles and polio, reversing decades of progress.
Published on Feb 25, 2025 06:10 AM IST
One jab of measles vaccine ineffective in children born by C-section, study
A study found that a single jab of the measles vaccine could be more likely to be ineffective in children born by C-section, compared to those born naturally.
Published on May 14, 2024 12:37 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi
Mumps cases rise in Delhi, NCR: Watch out for these symptoms; preventive tips
Amidst the summer heat, the rise in mumps cases in Delhi-NCR has raised concern. Here are signs and symptoms you must know along with preventive tips.
Updated on May 02, 2024 07:17 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Measles outbreak paralyzes Chicago, Here's what parents need to know
Amidst a national measles outbreak, Chicago faces its own battle with the virus.
Published on Mar 16, 2024 08:09 AM IST
Measles outbreak in MP: Symptoms to treatment, all you want to know
MP has been grappling with a concerning outbreak of measles, a highly contagious viral infection. All you want to know about symptoms and management tips.
Updated on Feb 24, 2024 02:51 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Why we’re still playing measles whack-a-mole
Why we’re still playing measles whack-a-mole
Published on Feb 20, 2024 11:30 AM IST
PTI |
Measles outbreak in Switzerland: A school shut, cases unknown
Switzerland Measles Outbreak: The school will reopen on February 19, the statement informed without revealing how many students were infected by measles.
Published on Feb 09, 2024 05:49 PM IST
Measles: A deadly disease that can be prevented
Measles prevention through vaccination programs has saved over 50 million lives in the past 20 years, but outbreaks still occur where children are unvaccinated.
Published on Feb 01, 2024 05:02 PM IST
Deutsche Welle | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri
Europe's measles cases rise 30-fold in 2023. This country worst hit
Europe Measles Surge: The WHO Europe region counts 53 countries, including Russia and Central Asia.
Published on Jan 23, 2024 09:56 PM IST
AFP |
Measles: What are the symptoms and how to prevent it?
Measles outbreak surges in the UK. Learn the symptoms, prevention measures, and why vaccination is crucial.
Published on Jan 20, 2024 07:34 AM IST
Measles outbreak in England, most cases in children: What UK health agency said
Measles in UK: UKHSA chief executive Jenny Harries said, “With vaccine uptake in some communities so low, there is now a very real risk."
Published on Jan 19, 2024 08:09 PM IST
Ludhiana faces alarming surge in measles cases
Despite boasting over 95% vaccination coverage, the district has witnessed a significant increase in measles infections in the first six months this year, with over 500 reported cases and more than 300 confirmed cases
Updated on Jul 27, 2023 12:01 AM IST
Dinkle Popli, Ludhiana
London could witness measles outbreak, warns health agency: ‘Very major risk as…
London Measles Outbreak: Data revealed that there has been a steady rise in measles cases this year which indicates a resurgence of the illness in London.
Published on Jul 16, 2023 06:35 AM IST
Mission Indradhanush to commence in Pune district
The IMI 5.0 represents a significant step forward in the elimination of vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles and rubella, as well as the improvement of routine inoculation
Updated on Jul 14, 2023 11:28 PM IST
Vicky Pathare
Odisha cabinet approves ₹3,354-crore MSPY nutrition scheme after HC bashing
Though the Mukhyamantri Sampoorna Pushti Yojana programme was announced in the current state budget with an allocation of Rs. 250 crore, it was raised by nearly 15 times after a two-judge bench of Orissa High Court last month castigated the state
Updated on Jun 22, 2023 12:35 PM IST
Debabrata Mohanty
‘Huge biological risk’: WHO after Sudan fighters occupy lab
Sudan crisis: Fighters in conflict-ravaged Sudan had occupied a central public laboratory holding samples of diseases including polio and measles.
Published on Apr 25, 2023 04:07 PM IST
AFP |
17 Gurugram hospitals skip Covid meeting, DC issues notice
Nishant Kumar Yadav, the deputy commissioner, said that the meeting was significant to discuss plans to control the rising number of Covid-19 cases, but the hospitals showed a casual approach by not attending the meeting, displaying non-seriousness
Updated on Apr 09, 2023 05:10 PM IST
Measles outbreak: Foods to eat and avoid while recovering from the disease
There is an increased need for energy and protein in children or adults suffering from measles and during recovery also. Here are foods you must add to your diet while recovering from the disease.
Published on Jan 20, 2023 10:13 AM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Measles epidemic: 9 new cases reported in Mumbai, tally breaches 500 mark
BMC recently declared a measles epidemic in the city and focused on increasing the vaccine coverage.
Updated on Dec 22, 2022 07:59 AM IST
HT News Desk, New Delhi
Boost fever, rash surveillance: Govt to states as measles surges
Maharashtra and Kerala have so far reported at least 914 cases of the viral disease. There have been 18 deaths in Maharashtra alone.
Updated on Dec 05, 2022 05:13 AM IST
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