Adult Tests Positive for Measles in Eddy County

Eddy County's first case of measles was reported in Artesia

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New measles case reported in Eddy County

An unvaccinated adult in Eddy County tested positive for measles, raising New Mexico’s 2026 case total to 18. The post New measles case reported in Eddy County appeared first on KOB 4.

Federal law enforcement trainee in Artesia state's 18th measles case of 2026

Health officials said the patient likely acquired the disease outside of New Mexico before bringing it into the state.

Adult tests positive for measles in Eddy County

EDDY COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – An unvaccinated adult in Eddy County has tested positive for measles – bringing the total number of measles cases in New Mexico so far this year to 18. The individual with measles most likely acquired the infection out-of-state and developed symptoms after arriving in New Mexico, according to the New Mexico [...]