2025 Measles Outbreak Guidance
News
The New Mexico Department of Health reports an unvaccinated child in Doña Ana County has been diagnosed with measles – the first measles case in that county. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health is notifying the public about a potential exposure from an unvaccinated child with measles in Hobbs, including a daycare center and restaurant, between April 4-8. « read more »
The diagnosis makes Chaves the third county affected by the ongoing measles outbreak in the southeastern part of the state. « read more »
Spread remains contained to southeastern New Mexico. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports a Texas traveler visited Guadalupe and Valencia Counties while infectious with measles – creating potential for measles exposure. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports the case count for measles has risen to 33, including a new case in Eddy County, the first outside of Lea County. « read more »
The Increase is attributable to cases identified after illness. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) confirms that a deceased resident of Lea County, who was unvaccinated, tested positive for measles. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has launched a dedicated web resource to address the rising measles cases within state boundaries. « read more »
Two additional cases diagnosed, more anticipated. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is alerting Lea County residents of the days, times and locations where they may have been exposed to a person with measles. « read more »
Texas is investigating measles cases in Gaines County, bordering Lea County in New Mexico. « read more »