As of May 13, Measles cases in Texas continue to rise with 717 cases confirmed since late January. The outbreak is primarily in West Texas, but a recent possible measles exposure in Fredericksburg and Austin was reported on May 7 after an El Paso resident visited several locations.
Community First Health Plans reminds Members the best way to prevent getting sick is to be immunized with two doses of a vaccine against measles, which is primarily administered as the combination measles-mumps-rubella vaccine. Two doses of the MMR vaccine are highly effective at preventing measles.
Review our Member News Post Measles in Texas: Here’s What You Need to Know for more information about Measles, including vaccine guidelines and resources for Members.
