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Measles outbreak: 744 cases reported across the South Plains

June 10, 2025

In the latest measles outbreak update, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) said 744 cases have been confirmed.

As of Tuesday, June 10 Lubbock County had 53 confirmed measles cases.

https://www.everythinglubbock.com/news/measles-outbreak/measles-outbreak-744-cases-reported-across-the-south-plains/

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