How a measles outbreak overwhelmed a small West Texas town

The kindergarten vaccination rate against the measles in Gaines County is 82%, far below the 95% needed to achieve herd immunity.

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Mar 7, 2025 - 05:01
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How a measles outbreak overwhelmed a small West Texas town
A van is seen at the site of a measles testing location in the parking lot of Seminole Hospital District on Feb. 21 in Seminole, Texas.

The kindergarten vaccination rate against the measles in Gaines County is 82%, far below the 95% needed to achieve herd immunity.

(Image credit: Julio Cortez)

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