An adult in Rockwall County has been confirmed with measles; direct contacts have been notified. The case is not linked to the West Texas outbreak. Symptoms and preventive measures, including vaccination, are stressed by the health authority.

Post-holiday season, there's a high demand for blood donations, with Denton County Emergency Services District #1 underscoring the critical need as donor numbers typically drop due to holidays and winter challenges.

Denton County Public Health advocates for flu vaccinations during National Influenza Vaccination Week to protect individuals and the community, emphasizing the urgency with flu season nearing its peak.