The number of measles cases associated with an outbreak in western Texas has grown to 259, according to new data released Friday.

Many Texas doctors said they fear the current measles outbreak may be just the beginning, given how state data shows an increasing number of parents are opting out of vaccinating their children.As of Tuesday night,

This week, the nationwide Measles outbreaks reached Texoma with four reported cases in Lamar County, sparking a local discussion about vaccines.