As the Houston Health Department investigated two possible measles cases Friday afternoon, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo urged unvaccinated attendees to consider the risks of attending any large event.

Dr. David Persse, Houston's Chief Medical Officer, said that although there are no active cases, vaccination remains crucial in controlling the outbreak.

According to a news release, the Houston Health Department is taking proactive steps to protect the community from measles by hosting a free vaccination clinic for TVFC (Texas Vaccines for Children) and ASN eligible clients on Saturday,

Watch for measles symptoms like high fever, ear infections, runny nose, pink eye, and a rash that can go from head to toe. If you have any, call your doctor immediately.

Two possible measles cases in Houston tested negative as more than 140 cases have been reported in the state in the past month.

The Houston Health Department is investigating two possible cases of measles. They are not releasing any details about the ages, locations or how the patients may have been infected. These are separate from the two cases reported in January that involved international travel, the health department said those cases have now been closed.

The Houston Health department is investigating two possible cases of measles in the city. The Houston rodeo plans to monitor the measles outbreak.

The department encouraged families to take this opportunity to make sure they and their loved ones are safe as measles cases continue to climb across the country.

Declining vaccination rates, decreasing trust in government and a political unwillingness to endorse vaccines shape Texas’ measles response.