Signs of hope: As measles spread, New Mexico vaccinations surged 55%
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A measles outbreak drove vaccination rates up 55% in New Mexico.
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A measles outbreak that began in January 2025 resulted in 762 cases in Texas and 99 cases in New Mexico before both states declared their outbreaks over by September. New Mexico's lower case count coincided with a 55 percent increase in MMR vaccinations statewide from January to September compared to 2024. Texas declared its outbreak over on August 18, while New Mexico ended its outbreak on September 26.
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