The measles outbreak centered in northwest Texas appeared to slow on Friday, as health officials reported just seven new cases since earlier this week. The latest update from the Texas Department of State Health Services shows the state has seen 709 measles cases since the outbreak began spreading in late January.

Texas’ measles outbreak that began in Gaines County in January has now expanded to 709 cases, officials said on Friday. The update from the Texas Department of State Health Services does not include additional cases,

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has confirmed seven new cases of measles since the last update on Tuesday. This brings the West Texas outbreak to some 709 cases since the outbreak began in late January. Ninety-two patients have been hospitalized because of the virus.