DES MOINES, Iowa [KCCI] — New state health data shows that more Iowans are getting the measles vaccine, with rates increasing after the measles outbreak in Texas. Numbers show a 23% jump in vaccinations compared to last year. According to a report from KCCI-TV, measles, mumps and rubella vaccinations went to 80,242 Iowans from January through October of this year. Iowa health officials say that compares to 65,139 doses administered for the same time in 2023 and 65,235 doses in 2024. There have been at least eight confirmed cases of measles in Iowa this year.

The symptoms of measles include:

• fever
• cough
• red/watery eyes
• runny nose
• rash

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services says measles is spread through the air by droplets from the nose, throat, and mouth of an infected person. If you think you have been exposed to measles and have symptoms, call your medical provider or nearest emergency room ahead of time and tell them that you have been exposed and have symptoms before arriving.