Texas measles outbreak grows to nearly 200 cases; neighboring state reports dozens of illnesses

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In its latest update, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) reported 198 cases of measles across West Texas.

The number of cases in neighboring New Mexico also tripled in a day to 30, local health officials said.

In Texas, the DSHS said 23 out of the nearly 200 patients were hospitalized as of Friday morning. Officials said most cases were among patients who were not vaccinated.