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A measles outbreak crossed into Mexico from Texas. A larger tragedy followed - CNN

By Mary Beth Sheridan

A measles outbreak crossed into Mexico from Texas. A larger tragedy followed - CNN

It all started when a 9-year-old boy went with his parents to visit relatives in Seminole, Texas, early last year. After he returned home to Mexico, a red rash erupted on his skin. Within weeks, so many of his classmates fell ill that their school shut down.

It all started when a 9-year-old boy went with his parents to visit relatives in Seminole, Texas, early last year. After he returned home to Mexico, a red rash erupted on his skin. Within weeks, so m… [+15445 chars]

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