Mahafuj Alam

Texas Faces Measles Emergency: Hundreds Infected

One of the most severe measles outbreaks in recent American history is currently taking place in Texas. As of now, a total of 561 confirmed measles cases have been reported across the state, marking a sharp rise from just days ago. Gaines County, a small, largely rural area in West Texas, is the epicenter of the outbreak, with 364 confirmed cases there alone. This sudden increase in infections has alarmed public health officials and placed significant strain on local healthcare systems, many of which are still recovering from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.