Texas Measles Outbreak Slows

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) today reported the measles outbreak now totals 722 cases, with 92 people hospitalized, and two related fatalities.

As of May 20, 2025, DSHS reported 15 additional measles cases, led by Harris County, including Houston.

Similar to the outbreaks in Ontario, Canada, which have resulted in 1,846 measles cases in 2025, the vaccination status of the individuals in West Texas remains unknown.

However, Texas also disclosed positive data regarding school-age vaccinations.

Texas requires public school districts and accredited private schools to submit a report of their students’ immunization status every year.

In seventh grade, immunization coverage was above 95% for all vaccines except Tdap and meningococcal MCWY vaccines.

In Texas, people can get vaccinated by going to their healthcare provider or a pharmacy. Vaccines are also available through the Texas Vaccines for Children and Adult Safety Net Providers.