The CDC reports that several measles infections this year involve individuals who were fully vaccinated, with 3% of cases in people who received two doses of the vaccine. Texas is experiencing a notable outbreak, having confirmed 21 cases, all in young children. Although prior cases did not require hospitalization, they highlight gaps in immunity, urging the need for timely vaccination, particularly post-exposure. The CDC emphasizes vaccines' potential effectiveness if administered shortly after exposure, while authorities continue to monitor outbreaks linked to travel.
At least 3% of measles cases confirmed so far this year have been in people who received two doses of the measles vaccine, meaning they were fully vaccinated.
Texas has seen a deadly outbreak of the highly contagious virus this year. While cases there have recently slowed, the CDC indicates that outbreaks are being tracked across the U.S.
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