Texas: 2026 Measles

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Source: https://www.oaoa.com/local-news/hea...cases-of-measles-are-announced-in-west-texas/


Health officials remind public to stay vigilant as travel-related cases of measles are announced in West Texas
By Odessa American -
January 27, 2026

The Texas Department of State Health Services is announcing three confirmed cases of measles in non-Texas residents who spent time in Reeves and Ward counties. Below are some possible exposure locations and times for the community’s awareness.

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE LOCATIONS

Wednesday, Jan. 13, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lowe’s Market in Monahans
Friday, Jan. 16, from 8 p.m. to midnight at Ward Memorial Hospital Emergency Department in Monahans
Saturday, Jan. 17, from 9 a.m. to noon at Aurivida Coffee Co. in Monahans
Sunday, Jan. 18, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Walmart in Pecos...

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Source: https://news4sanantonio.com/news/lo...detention-facility-confirmed-by-dhs-officials

Measles outbreak at Texas immigration detention facility confirmed by DHS officials
by Jessica WarnerSun, February 1, 2026 at 6:24 PM
Updated Sun, February 1, 2026 at 6:36 PM​

SAN ANTONIO - Federal officials have confirmed a Measles Outbreak at a Texas immigration detention facility.

On Sunday, officials with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed that two detainees held at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center were found to have active measles infections.

On January 31, 2026, the Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed active measles infections of two detainees at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Texas," siad DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. "ICE Health Services Corps immediately took steps to quarantine and control further spread and infection, ceasing all movement within the facility and quarantining all individuals suspected of making contact with the infected.

“Medical staff is continuing to monitor the detainees’ conditions and will take appropriate and active steps to prevent further infection," said DHS. "All detainees are being provided with proper medical care.​..

 

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Source: https://blueribbonnews.com/2026/02/confirmed-measles-case-in-rockwall-county-2/


Confirmed Measles Case in Rockwall County
By Editor on February 6, 2026 12:42 PM​

Confirmed Measles Case in Rockwall County

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 6, 2026) — The Rockwall County Health Authority is notifying residents of a confirmed case of measles identified in Rockwall County. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) confirmed the positive test result and notified Rockwall County on the evening of February 5, 2026.

Case Information

The individual was likely exposed during recent international travel.
During the infectious period, the individual mostly remained at home, and the health care providers they visited have been notified and are following public health recommendations.
Family members who could get measles are currently quarantining.
The individual is no longer infectious...

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Source: https://www.rockwallheraldbanner.co...cle_b935bf3a-56a7-428c-9b18-090963030449.html

Additional confirmed measles cases identified in Rockwall County
New cases came from same family as one earlier in February
Herald-Banner Staff Report Feb 13, 2026 Updated 1 hr ago



Rockwall County – The Rockwall County Health Authority late last week notified residents of two additional confirmed cases of measles in Rockwall County – raising the total confirmed cases to three. The first confirmed case of measles this year was identified on Feb. 5.

Case Information

Public health officials said the additional cases are family members within the same household as the original case. Currently, other exposed family members have not developed symptoms and are self-quarantining. They are being monitored by DSHS epidemiology staff for a 21-day observation period.​..
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Source: https://www.tpr.org/news/2026-02-17...y-including-boerne-state-health-officials-say

Measles cases confirmed in Hill Country, including Boerne, state health officials say
Texas Public Radio | By TPR Staff
Published February 17, 2026 at 5:51 PM CST​

Texas health officials have confirmed six measles cases in the Hill Country, including one in Boerne, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.

Five of the cases involve members of the same household in Bandera County. The sixth person was exposed through contact with that household, state officials said.

“The Bandera County cases are related to a visit to another state with an ongoing outbreak of measles,” said Lara Anton, a spokesperson for the Texas Department of State Health Services.

Anton said the situation does not currently meet the definition of a larger outbreak.

“This situation does not meet the definition of an outbreak yet because it is just two households,” she said. “All six of these cases are no longer infectious and all were unvaccinated.”​...

 

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Source: https://www.kcbd.com/2026/02/24/lubbock-public-health-confirms-measles-case/

Lubbock Public Health confirms measles case
By KCBD Staff
Published: Feb. 24, 2026 at 2:39 PM EST|Updated: 28 minutes ago

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - (News release from the City of Lubbock)

Lubbock Public Health has confirmed a case of measles in an unvaccinated Lubbock resident who likely contracted the virus while traveling. Public health officials are working closely with the affected healthcare facility and the infected individual to identify those who may have been exposed. Individuals that have been exposed will be contacted directly with guidance on next steps.​..

 

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Source: https://kvia.com/news/top-stories/2026/02/26/4-measles-cases-confirmed-in-el-paso/

4 measles cases confirmed in El Paso, 13 at Camp East Montana
By Yvonne Suarez
Published February 26, 2026 4:46 PM

​EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) - The El Paso Department of Public Health (DPH) reports four confirmed cases of measles in the borderland.

The new cases include a man in his late 20s, a man in his 30s, and two women in their 30s with unknown vaccination statuses, according to DPH.

The health department said contract tracing has begun to identify exposures within the public and they will coordinate with community partners to prevent the spread of the viru.

These four cases are in addition to 13 confirmed cases reported to the DPH at East Camp Montana detention facility. The information on the detention center cases are reported through federal authorities.​..

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[TD]Cici's Pizza (615 N. Zaragoza)[/TD]
[TD]5:30pm-7:30pm[/TD]
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[TD]2/20/2026[/TD]
[TD]Cielo Vista Mall - Apple Store (8401 Gateway Blvd. West)[/TD]
[TD]4:30pm-6:45pm[/TD]
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[TD]2/20/2026[/TD]
[TD]Del Sol Medical Center (10301 Gateway Blvd. West)[/TD]
[TD]6am-8pm[/TD]
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[TD]2/20/2026[/TD]
[TD]Outlet Mall (7051 S Desert Blvd.)[/TD]
[TD]7pm-11 pm[/TD]
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[TD]2/21/2026[/TD]
[TD]Outlet Mall (7051 S Desert Blvd.)[/TD]
[TD]7pm-11 pm[/TD]
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[TD]2/22/2026[/TD]
[TD]Good Luck Café (3813 Alameda)[/TD]
[TD]8:30 am-11 am[/TD]
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[TD]2/22/2026[/TD]
[TD]Target-Bassett (6001 Gateway Blvd. West)[/TD]
[TD]4pm-6:30 pm[/TD]
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[TD]2/22/2026[/TD]
[TD]Ay Cocula (1435 Lee Trevino Dr.)[/TD]
[TD]5-9pm...[/TD]
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Source: https://www.kbtx.com/2026/03/18/136...his-year-most-them-federal-detention-centers/

136 measles cases reported in Texas so far this year, most of them in federal detention centers
By Alex Nguyen and Dan Keemahill
Published: Mar. 18, 2026 at 4:13 PM EDT|Updated: 3 hours ago

At least 136 measles cases have been reported in Texas this year. The vast majority of them are in federal detention facilities, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.

The largest concentration — 99 cases — is in a single federal detention facility in Hudspeth County, as of March 11, said DSHS spokesperson Lara Anton. Hudspeth County Judge Joanna MacKenzie told The Texas Tribune that all cases are at the West Texas Detention Facility, which is managed by LaSalle Corrections, a private company. The facility has previously housed immigrant detainees, though it does not currently appear on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s list of detention facilities.

“Not having jurisdiction, my office is not involved in response,” MacKenzie added in a statement, “however I remain in communication with DSHS and LaSalle, as I regularly do.”

LaSalle Corrections spokesperson Scott Sutterfield on Wednesday confirmed the measles cases, while saying that the facility does not hold ICE detainees...


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Source: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/0...dspeth-el-paso-federal-detention-immigration/

At least 175 measles cases reported in Texas this year, most of them in West Texas Detention Facility
Texas has added 28 more measles cases in the last two weeks. Most infections so far this year have occurred inside West Texas Detention Facility in Hudspeth County.
by Stephen Simpson April 2, 2026, 2:45 p.m. Central​

State officials have reported 28 more measles cases in the last two weeks, bringing the statewide total to at least 175 infections so far this year. The vast majority of cases are in a federal detention facility in Hudspeth County, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services, which released the latest figures on Thursday.

Most of the state’s recently reported measles cases were in Hudspeth County, where 135 cases have been reported so far this year. All of Hudspeth’s cases are among those in federal custody, according to DSHS. Hudspeth County is home to West Texas Detention Facility, a federal facility privately managed by Louisiana-based LaSalle Corrections. The facility holds U.S. Marshals Service detainees including immigrants who may be transferred to ICE custody after completing their sentences.

Other than Hudspeth, no county reported new cases this week.

There have been 24 reported measles cases in El Paso County so far this year. At least 14 of them were in Camp East Montana, the nation’s largest immigration detention facility, according to DSHS.​..

 

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Source: https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/04/28/cameron-county-public-health-confirms-measles-case/


Cameron County Public Health confirms measles case
By
Staff Report -
April 28, 2026

​Cameron County Public Health on Tuesday said officials are investigating a confirmed case of measles in someone who traveled here from a state with recent cases.

“It is unknown if the person was vaccinated against measles,” a news release stated.

The county’s health department said it is working with the Texas Department of State Health Services to identify individuals who may have been exposed.​..

 

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Source: https://www.kvue.com/article/news/l...-say/269-20b94667-3585-47b3-80cc-9450715edea3



Austin Public Health reports first measles case in Travis County in 2026
The patient is a man who was not vaccinated against the measles, and was exposed to it when he traveled abroad.​
Author: Kate Norum, Lauren Petterson
Published: 6:06 PM CDT May 7, 2026
Updated: 6:06 PM CDT May 7, 2026


AUSTIN, Texas — Austin Public Health has confirmed its first measles case in Travis County this year.

APH said the patient is a man who was not vaccinated against the virus who was exposed when he traveled abroad.

Health officials said he visited St. David's Emergency Center, located off U.S. 183 near Anderson Mill Road in North Austin, on Monday between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m...

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Source: https://amarillotribune.org/2026/07/17/measles-case-reported-first-in-amarillo-area-in-2026/

Measles case reported, first in Amarillo area in 2026
Amarillo Public Health says case is sporadic
by Jo Early July 17, 2026

On Friday, the Amarillo Public Health Department confirmed it had received a report of measles in the area, the first Amarillo case this year.

Casie Stoughton, director of Amarillo Public Health, said the case was found in an adult. No further patient details are available for confidentiality reasons. Stoughton said public health identifies places the measles patient may have been and will attempt to notify people who may have been exposed.​..


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Source: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/07/21/texas-measles-montgomery-county/

Officials confirm three measles cases in Montgomery County
The residents are members of the same family. Public health officials say they were in close contact with an infected person who had traveled from out-of-state.
by Terri Langford July 21, 2026, 8:15 p.m. Central​

Three Montgomery County residents have been diagnosed with the measles, the county’s health district confirmed Tuesday.

According to the Montgomery County Public Health Department, the three are family members and have not been vaccinated. They were exposed by another measles-infected person who had traveled from out-of-state.

There is no other information about the family members’ current condition or if any of them required hospitalization. Montgomery County is north of Houston’s Harris County, one of the most populous in the nation.​..