In Texas, there were 146 cases of measles across the state and the South Plains, with 20 patients hospitalized. The best way to prevent getting sick is to get two doses of a measles vaccine. Symptoms of measles include high fever,

Covenant Children's Hospital in Lubbock, Texas, has confirmed the first death in the state from measles occurred at its facilities. Here is what we know.

Nearly a month after the first reported case of measles in the South Plains, health officials have confirmed the first death due to the outbreak.