measles

Louisiana health officials say two measles cases have been confirmed, and whooping cough infections are already surpassing last year’s totals—with infants most at risk.

Just like the first case of the year last week, this new one comes out of the greater New Orleans area.

Louisiana confirms its first measles case of the year in Region 1. The case follows international travel and comes as neighboring Texas battles a wider outbreak.

When speaking with reporters about the measles outbreak, Senator Cassidy said "It’s going to be in Lake Charles. It’s going to be in Lafayette and Baton Rouge."

Protect your family: Measles case reported in New Orleans. Stay updated on preventive measures and symptoms.

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), there have been cases reported this year in at least 17 states, Louisiana included.

Louisiana health officials have confirmed two cases of a rare childhood virus in the New Orleans area.

If you were born in the late 60s, 70s or 80s then this advice on measles vaccinations would apply to you.

If you took a Southwest Airlines flight between Houston and Dallas on certain dates you could be at risk.

Thought to be eliminated in the US since 2000, the number of measles cases spiked last year to 222, the highest number in 15 years. Not surprisingly, the majority of those affected did not receive the measles vaccine, said a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.