14-03-2025
4 measles cases confirmed in Lamar County, officials say
PARIS, Texas (KETK) – Four confirmed cases of the measles in people from 5-months-old to adult age were reported by the Paris-Lamar County Health District on Thursday.
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According to the Paris-Lamar County Health District (PLCHD), the four people are unvaccinated against the measles and came to Lamar County from Gaines County in West Texas during their recent measles outbreak.
PLCHD is actively investigating these cases with the help of the Texas Department of State Health Services Public Health Region 4/5 North. They are working to contact people who were potentially exposed to the measles and warned that more cases of the 'highly contagious' disease may occur, especially among those who haven't been vaccinated against it.
'Measles is a serious yet preventable disease,' Dr. Amanda Green with the PLCHD said. 'Staying up to date on vaccinations is the most effective way to safeguard yourself, your loved ones and the community from this highly contagious illness. With these recent cases, it's more important than ever to ensure your immunizations are current.'
Officials said that symptoms of the measles include the following conditions:
High fever
Cough
Runny nose
Red, watery eyes
Rash, typically starting on the face and spreading downward 2 to 5 days after initial symptoms
Those infected can spread the disease four days before and four days after getting the measles rash, officials said. The health district said anyone exposed or experiencing symptoms should isolate themselves immediately and contact their healthcare provider to arrange testing in a safe manner.
The Paris-Lamar County Health District provides free and low-cost measles, mumps and rubella vaccines. People are asked to call the district at 903-785-4561 to check times and availability of vaccine appointments.
'We understand the concern that the community may have about Measles and vaccinations. Please do not hesitate to call your doctor or the Paris-Lamar County Health District at any time to discuss those concerns,' the district said.
Any questions can be directed to the district by phone at 903-785-4561 or by email to Alison Thrasher Allen with the PLCHD epidemiology department at alisonT@ or to executive director Gina Prestridge at ginap@
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