ArchivesNo measles found at DISDNo measles found at DISDIt was a false alarm! The possible case of measles within Dalhart ISD tested negative, according to school and health officials. Jeff Byrd, superintendent for Dalhart Independent School District issued a press release that read, in part: “The DHCHD notified Dalhart ISD this morning Monday March 3, 2025 that the lab reports showed this specific case to be negative. Therefore, there have been no known cases of Measles within Dalhart ISD.” The Dallam Hartley Counties Hospital District reported Feb. 22 that “a small cases had been connumber” of measles firmed in the community and urged those without vaccinations to receive them. Health officials say immunization is the only way to prevent measles. Two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine provide about 97% protection against measles, according to the Centers for Disease Control. While breakthrough infections can occur, they’re uncommon and typically result in milder symptoms. Approximately three out of 100 people who get two doses of the vaccine will get measles if exposed to the virus, but they’ll be less likely to spread the disease to other people, the CDC reports. People who are unvaccinated are at a significantly higher risk of contracting measles, and about one in five people who aren’t vaccinated are hospitalized after being infected, according to the CDC. Measles usually starts with a fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes and a sore throat. Within a few days, tiny white spots may appear in the mouth. Around days three to five, a rash spreads from the face downward to the rest of the body. As the rash appears, fever can spike above 104°F. For the full story SUBSCRIBE to the online edition of The Dalhart Texan, call (806) 244-4511 to setup a subscription to our physical paper or pick a copy up at one of our many convenient news rack locations. You can also stop by and purchase a paper or subscription in person at our news office located at 410 Denrock Ave. |
