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LIVE: Measles Outbreak Sweeps Through US - Texas Leads With 481 Cases As Virus Spreads Nationwide; IMD Issues Yellow Heatwave Alert In Delhi
Health News Live Updates: The United States is grappling with the worst measles outbreak in over 20 years. According to the latest data, Texas has logged 481 confirmed measles cases, making it the worst-hit state as the highly contagious virus spreads across the country. Health officials have raised alarms over low vaccination rates, urging immediate immunization efforts to curb further transmission.
Meanwhile, India is on a high alert after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted that several parts of the country are set to witness the worst summer heatwave in this week. In its latest, the IMD has issued a yellow alert for Delhi-NCR and nearby regions, stating that the state could face mercury rising above 42 C by April 8. The extreme weather conditions pose significant health risks, especially for children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing illnesses.
On the other hand, a village in Manipur has been declared containment zone by health authorise after confirmation of multiple cases of rabies. Stay tuned as we track all the major public health events that demand immediate awareness and action.