AssetID: 54650825
Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Second Measles Death Sparks Alarm in Texas
Caption: Second Measles Death Sparks Alarm in Texas. Another child has died from measles in Texas, where a growing outbreak of the virus is sparking urgent concern. The victim, a school-aged girl with no pre-existing health issues, passed away after developing severe measles complications, local health officials confirmed. Texas has now reported over 480 measles cases this year—up from 420 just days earlier—with the outbreak spreading to nearby states. Over 600 measles cases have been recorded in the U.S. in 2025 so far, more than twice the total reported by the CDC in 2024. Robert F Kennedy Jr, under fire for his delayed response, visited Texas after the death and announced plans to send federal aid and vaccines. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump called the outbreak «a fairly small number» but said stronger action may follow if it escalates. Most infections are among unvaccinated people, particularly in communities with religious objections to vaccines, according to health officials. Doctors warn that measles can be deadly, and stress that the MMR vaccine is 97% effective and essential for herd immunity. Senator Bill Cassidy urged top officials to strongly endorse vaccination, warning: “There is no treatment for measles. No benefit to getting measles.” Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Measles Death,Texas,Child,Kids,Urgent concern,Vaccines,School-aged girl,Complications,Hospital,Health issues,Died,Donald Trump,CDC,Outbreak,health & wellbeing
PersonInImage: