The 2025 measles outbreak in the western United States has now surpassed last year’s national total, with cases quickly multiplying across Texas and New Mexico. Health officials are monitoring the situation closely as the outbreak, centered in Gaines County, Texas, shows signs of continued spread. Latest Numbers Show Rapid Growth According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, cases in Texas have reached 259 as of March 14, with 36 new cases reported in just three days. The outbreak has expanded to 11 counties in Texas, with Gaines County reporting the highest concentration at 174 cases. New Mexico has … Continue reading Measles Outbreak in Western US Surpasses 2024 Total; Texas Reports 259 Cases, 2 Deaths