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Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease reported at four Hidalgo County schools

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease reported at four Hidalgo County schools
health9/21/2025

Health officials in Hidalgo County, Texas, are monitoring a viral outbreak of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease affecting over 60 children in four schools. Learn about the symptoms, how the contagious virus spreads, and what parents can do to protect their families.

Four schools in Hidalgo County are reporting cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease. It's a virus that's common in children and spreads easily through touch. So far, health officials say there are 60 confirmed cases. "Hand, Foot, Mouth Disease is a co... [2032 chars]