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At least 124 cases of measles have been reported in Texas since late January — marking the largest outbreak in the state in close to 30 years. The dozens of reported cases have mostly affected children,

Measles rash pictures can help identify symptoms as the illness spreads. Know first signs, what a measles rash looks like and the best way to prevent the virus.

According to the CDC, if you were born after 1957, one dose is considered sufficient to be considered protected from measles. Some adults may need a second dose. The CDC says adults who are going to be in high-risk settings for transmission should make sure they’ve had two doses at least 28 days apart.

According to the CDC, measles can cause serious complications like pneumonia, brain swelling, and even death in young children.

Parts of Texas and New Mexico have been struck by measles outbreaks, sickening nearly 100 people, health officials announced last week. The Texas Department of State Health Services said Friday that 90 cases have been identified in the state since January,

The video above first aired on February 17. The number of confirmed measles cases has risen since. TEXAS (KMID/KPEJ)- The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is reporting 124 confirmed cases of measles in an ongoing outbreak affecting the South Plains and Panhandle regions,