A newborn with measles is among the cases reported in the growing West Texas outbreak, Lubbock public health officials say. Experts say the case serves as a reminder that the disease can be especially dangerous for pregnant women and very young children.

Concerned about the outbreaks across the country, which have caused two deaths, and the spreading bird flu, City Councilor Brian Santaniello recently held a health and human services subcommittee meeting to ensure the city is prepared.

The measles outbreak is now confirmed in at least 15 states, with new cases in Vermont, Maryland, and Oklahoma.

The World Health Organization and CDC both shared that if you have measles, you could potentially infect 9 out of 10 people you come in close contact with.