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Measles outbreak intensifies in South Carolina
South Carolina reports 997 measles cases as outbreak spreads, with health officials warning of prolonged transmission amid low vaccination rates and multiple quarantine measures.
Public health officials in South Carolina have reported 997 measles cases as the current outbreak continues to expand, with one additional infection logged since the previous update. The outbreak is linked to low vaccination coverage, as most infected individuals are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated. Health authorities warn the outbreak could last weeks or months if vaccination uptake remains insufficient. Several people are currently in quarantine after exposure, although no one is in isolation at this stage. The surge underscores growing concerns about measles control in the United States and the need for urgent vaccination campaigns and community outreach.
- Status
- active
- Location
- South Carolina, United States
- Date added
- 2026-03-26 11:13 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-26 11:13 UTC
- Connected threats
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