Measles Information
Measles can be dangerous, especially for young children. Our resource page offers reliable information on measles symptoms, how it spreads, and the most effective way to prevent this highly contagious disease. Find answers to your questions and learn how to keep your family safe.
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Resources and tips for finding immunizations for children:
Navigating vaccines can feel overwhelming. Talk to your pediatrician.
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Summer vacation plans are underway, but so is a measles outbreak in Texas. A Cook Children’s doctor shares advice on how to enjoy your travels without a potential doctor's visit.
The first outbreak-related cases were reported on May 13 in …
Recently, a few unreliable sources spread the idea that Vitamin A can prevent measles. This is not true. Do not give your child Vitamin A without your doctor’s recommendation.
Lubbock hospitals have reported some measles …
The measles outbreak that started in west Texas continues to spread, with cases occurring in 21 counties. The Texas Department of Public Health has reported 683 cases and two children, both unvaccinated, have …
Suzanne Whitworth, M.D., division chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Cook Children’s, joined WFAA's Midday newscast to talk about the recent measles exposure in Collin County. She discussed what parents …
As families prepare for holiday travel, Cook Children's Health Care System provides tips on staying healthy amid a measles outbreak. The Texas Department of State Health Services reported 541 cases statewide on Friday, April 11, with the majority …
The Tarrant County Health Department on Friday released information regarding a measles exposure at Grapevine Mills mall and Great Wolf Lodge between March 28 and March 30.
As of Tuesday, April …
As the measles outbreak that began in West Texas spreads, state numbers continue to show that the majority of cases have been among people who are unvaccinated or whose vaccination status is …
Suzanne Whitworth, M.D., division chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Cook Children’s, spoke with the Dallas Morning News to discuss how Cook Children’s will be ready if measles spreads to North …
Cook Children’s Medical Center-Fort Worth Infectious Diseases ICU has six negative-pressure rooms to care for children potentially diagnosed with measles.
“It takes planning,” explained Suzanne Whitworth, …
As the measles outbreak in West Texas continues to grow, North Texas doctors say they’re fielding a growing number of questions from concerned parents.
Alice Phillips, M.D., medical …
