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South Carolina Measles Outbreak Hits 211 Cases, 144 Quarantined

1/7/2026

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The South Carolina Department of Public Health reported 26 new measles cases, bringing the total to 211 in the ongoing outbreak.
Most new cases are linked to known households and schools, with four stemming from church exposures, and four individuals required hospitalization due to complications.
144 individuals are in quarantine.
Seven individuals are in isolation, and 196 cases were unvaccinated.

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Story summary

The South Carolina Department of Public Health reported 26 new measles cases, bringing the total to 211 in the ongoing outbreak.
Most new cases are linked to known households and schools, with four stemming from church exposures, and four individuals required hospitalization due to complications.
144 individuals are in quarantine.
Seven individuals are in isolation, and 196 cases were unvaccinated.