Measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico highlight the risks associated with low vaccination rates, as measles is highly contagious and can be fatal. Arizona schoolchildren have been skipping required vaccinations at an increasing rate,

The first child in 10 years had died from the measles in Texas, and Arizona lacks the herd immunity to keep kids and vulnerable adults safe.

Some Arizona counties have lower measles vaccination rates than in west Texas, where the outbreak has infected at least 159 people since it was first reported in early February and has killed one child.

Measles can cause seizures, blindness and death, and children under the age of 5 are particularly vulnerable to complications.