New Mexico reports deceased Lea County resident tests positive for measles
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) confirms that a deceased resident of Lea County, who was unvaccinated, tested positive for measles.
The official cause of death is still under investigation by the New Mexico Office of the Medical Investigator. However, NMDOH Scientific Laboratory has confirmed the presence of the measles virus. The individual did not seek medical care before passing.
The latest on the measles outbreak in Lea County, near Gaines County, Texas: This new case brings the total number of cases in the measles outbreak to 10. All cases have been residents of Lea County. Cases have included six adults and four children under the age of 17. Seven of the cases were unvaccinated, while the remaining three have unknown vaccination histories.
How contagious is measles? What is R0?
Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It can cause fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a rash that spreads over the body. Serious complications can occur, including pneumonia, brain swelling, and even death.
The best way to prevent getting sick is to be immunized against measles. Two doses of the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine are highly effective at preventing measles.
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