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CDC Cancels Measles Help for Texas Schools Amid Staff Layoffs

The CDC canceled its assistance to Texas schools facing a measles outbreak as of April 18, 2025.
Massive layoffs initiated by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Impacted CDC outbreak response teams.
Texas reported 597 measles cases across 10 counties, with two fatalities, exacerbating the situation.
NIOSH's Dylan Neu noted they assist with CDC responses involving engineering and ventilation expertise.
The CDC's ability to respond to outbreaks is limited because of the layoffs and NIOSH's reduced capacity.

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