Unvaccinated Houston infant contracts measles from travel

A Houston infant has contracted measles after being exposed during international travel. This is the city's third measles case in 2025. The infant, who was unvaccinated, has been hospitalized but is now recovering at home. The Houston Health Department is investigating the case and identifying potential exposures. This case is not linked to the West Texas outbreak or two earlier cases in January. Health officials stress the importance of vaccination to prevent measles. They recommend the MMR vaccine for children, with the first dose given at 12 to 15 months and a second at 4 to 6 years.