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Separately, New Mexico reported four additional measles cases from its report on March 28, taking the total number to 48 in the state, its health department said.
From U.S. News & World Report
The Texas Department of State Health Services said Tuesday 422 cases have been identified in the state since late January, 42 of which required hospitalization.
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