Measles Outbreak Expands Across Texas, Oklahoma, Ontario

Measles outbreaks continue to spread across North America, with confirmed cases now reported in Texas, Oklahoma, and Ontario, Canada. Scurry County, Texas, has its first confirmed case, with officials noting the individual's vaccination status is unknown and emphasizing the highly contagious nature of the disease. Oklahoma has reported 13 cases since March, with new exposure sites identified in Cleveland County, prompting health officials to advise unvaccinated or uncertain individuals to avoid public settings. In Ontario, over 900 cases have been reported since October, with the majority affecting unvaccinated individuals and health authorities stressing the importance of vaccination for protection. Meanwhile, Michigan is investigating a potential new case linked to restaurant exposures, highlighting ongoing risks. Health officials across affected regions continue to urge vaccination as the best defense against measles, citing declining immunization rates and increased global circulation since the pandemic.