Measles outbreaks in West Texas and New Mexico are now up to nearly 300 cases, and two unvaccinated people have died from measles-related causes.

" West Texas measles cases rise to 259. Here is what you need to know. " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.

The CDC reports a total of three outbreaks and 301 measles cases reported as of March 13 in 14 states – Alaska, California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, Vermont and Washington – since the beginning of the year. Approximately 17% of patients were hospitalized.