Texas has seen a significant rise in measles cases despite administering more vaccinations this year compared to last. This situation raises concerns about the effectiveness of the measles vaccine.
• Texas gave out 15,000 more measles vaccinations in 2024, resulting in a growing outbreak.
• Currently, Texas has more measles cases than the entire United States reported last year, with 309 cases identified since late January.
• In 2023, from January to March, 158,000 measles vaccines were given, while this year, the number increased to 173,000.
• Public health officials warn that cases in West Texas are continuing to rise, and the reported numbers may be an undercount.
• The article suggests that the measles vaccine may play a role in the outbreak due to its genetically modified nature that allows it to bind to more receptors in human cells than the wild-type virus.
• Recent studies have indicated that the vaccine virus can shed, meaning vaccinated individuals can potentially spread the virus to the unvaccinated for up to 29 days after receiving the vaccination.
The increase in measles cases in Texas after heightened vaccination efforts raises questions about the vaccine's effectiveness and its role in the current outbreak. The relationship between vaccination and viral spread is becoming a critical focus for public health discussions.
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