On the afternoon of Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, the City of Boerne was notified of a positive measles case in the City. State officials believe the case is isolated in nature and tied to a positive exposure in Bandera County, which is linked to out-of-state travel.
The Texas Department of State Health Services is providing strong guidance to the City’s Emergency Management team, as well as healthcare providers regarding this case. Additionally, DSHS is conducting the proper notification and contact tracing.
About Measles
Measles is a highly contagious virus that can lead to serious complications, especially in young children and individuals with weakened immune systems. If you think you may have been exposed or are showing symptoms, please contact your healthcare provider immediately.
Individuals who have not been vaccinated are at greater risk of infection. It is important to ensure individuals are up to date on their vaccinations to protect themselves and those around them.
Measles can spread easily through the air when an infected person breathes, talks, coughs, or sneezes. The virus can stay in the air and on surfaces for two hours, even after the infected person has left.
The infected person can spread the disease up to four days before a measles rash appears and up to four days after the rash appears. If other people breathe the contaminated air or touch the infected surface, then touch their eyes, noses, or mouths, they can become infected.
Common symptoms for measles include:
- High fever (as high as 105°F)
- Cough
- Runny nose
- Red and watery eyes
- Tiny white spots that may appear inside the mouth 2-3 days after symptoms begin
- Rash 3-5 days after other signs of illness. The “measles rash” typically starts at the face and then spreads down to the rest of the body.
Measles Prevention
Measles can be prevented with a measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine (MMR or MMRV). The MMR vaccine protects against three diseases: measles, mumps, and rubella. The MMRV vaccine protects against four diseases: measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox).
They are administered in two doses and are highly effective; two doses are 97 percent effective against measles, and one dose is 93 percent effective. The spread of measles can be prevented if two-dose coverage of vaccine remains at 95 percent or above in the community.
Most health insurances cover the cost of the MMR and MMRV vaccine. Insured persons should check with their doctor or local pharmacy to see what vaccines are offered.
