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New Mexico adult dies with measles, though cause of death isn’t yet confirmed

Last updated: March 6, 2025 11:27 pm
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An adult in New Mexico has tragically passed away after being infected with measles, as announced by state health officials on Thursday. While the virus has not been confirmed as the direct cause of death, the individual who succumbed to the illness was unvaccinated and did not seek medical care. Details about the person’s exact age and other specifics have not been disclosed at this time.

The individual resided in Lea County, which is situated just across the state line from the West Texas region where a significant measles outbreak has been identified. In West Texas, 159 cases of measles have been reported, with a school-age child sadly losing their life to the disease last week. Despite the proximity of the two regions, New Mexico health officials have not established a direct link between the outbreak in Texas and the cases in their state.

This unfortunate death marks the 10th confirmed case of measles infection in Lea County, with seven of the individuals being unvaccinated. The vaccination status of the remaining three cases is currently unknown. Among the infected individuals, six are adults, while the rest are children under the age of 17.

In response to the outbreak, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have dispatched a team to Texas to assist local public health officials in managing the situation that began in late January. Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can linger in the air for up to two hours, making it easy for susceptible individuals to contract the illness upon exposure.

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The CDC emphasizes the importance of vaccination in preventing measles, with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine being highly effective at warding off infection and severe cases of the disease. The first dose of the vaccine is recommended for children between the ages of 12 to 15 months, followed by a second dose between the ages of 4 to 6 years.

Dr. Chad Smelser, the deputy state epidemiologist, stresses the significance of vaccination in safeguarding against measles, stating, “We don’t want to see New Mexicans getting sick or dying from measles. The measles-mumps-rubella vaccine is the best protection against this serious disease.”

As investigations and efforts to contain the outbreak continue, it is crucial for individuals to prioritize immunization and follow public health guidelines to prevent further spread of measles. The tragic loss of life serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vaccination in safeguarding against preventable diseases like measles.

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