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Secretary RFK Jr. Visits Texas Amid Growing Measles Outbreak

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. traveled to Gaines County, Texas to offer condolences to families affected by Texas’ growing measles outbreak and to evaluate how federal agencies can better support local efforts to contain the virus.

“I got to know the family of 6-year-old Kayley Fehr after she passed away in February,” the HHS secretary shared on X. “I also developed bonds with and deep affection for other members of this community during that difficult time.”

Secretary RFK Jr. emphasized that his visit was both personal and professional, sharing that his intention was to “support Texas health officials and to learn how our HHS agencies can better partner with them to control the measles outbreak.”

There are currently 642 measles cases that have been confirmed across 22 states, and 499 of those cases were reported in Texas alone. In response to the growing outbreak, Secretary RFK Jr. noted that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been working closely with state and local health departments since early March.

“I deployed a CDC team to bolster local and state capacity for response across multiple Texas regions,” he said, adding that HHS also helped supply MMR vaccines, medications, and support to schools, clinics, and faith communities. “Since that time, the growth rates for new cases and hospitalizations have flattened.”

Secretary RFK Jr. also stressed that “the most effective way to prevent the spread of measles is the MMR vaccine,” urging communities to remain vigilant.

He confirmed that he has spoken with Governor Greg Abbott (R), and at the governor’s request, the CDC has redeployed additional teams to Texas. “We will continue to follow Texas’ lead and to offer similar resources to other affected jurisdictions,” Secretary RFK Jr. shared.

Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina is an award-winning senior reporter based in Miami. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Florida International University.

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