The West Texas measles outbreak has reached 541 cases, with two child fatalities reported. New Mexico death is still under investigation.

Texas and New Mexico measles outbreaks grow, with Texas reporting 481 cases across 19 counties, affecting largely undervaccinated areas.

The measles outbreak centered in the South Plains region of Texas grew to 541 cases across the state on Friday, according to health officials. The Texas Department of State Health Services reported that 56 have been hospitalized for treatment since the outbreak began in late January.