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Measles Outbreak Reaches 15 Cases in New Mexico Detention Facilities

KTSM••Jocelyn Flores
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The New Mexico Department of Health has reported a total of 15 confirmed measles cases connected to three county detention centers. The outbreak includes ten cases at the Luna County Detention Center, three at the Doña Ana County Detention Center, and two at the Hidalgo County Detention Center. All affected individuals are federal detainees, highlighting a growing public health concern. Residents in the El Paso area should remain vigilant about vaccination and report any symptoms of measles, as the disease can spread rapidly in close quarters.

Key Details: • 15 confirmed measles cases across three detention centers in New Mexico. • 10 cases at Luna County Detention Center, 3 at Doña Ana, 2 at Hidalgo. • All cases involve federal detainees; public health measures are crucial.

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