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South Carolina's Measles Outbreak: 840 Cases, Urgent Vaccination Needed

2/4/2026

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South Carolina faces its largest measles outbreak in more than 25 years, with over 840 cases, largely among unvaccinated people.
The outbreak began in October and remains concentrated in Spartanburg.
Nationwide, vaccination rates are declining due to rising religious exemptions from school immunization requirements.
Health officials say improving vaccination coverage is urgent to control the outbreak.

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South Carolina faces its largest measles outbreak in more than 25 years, with over 840 cases, largely among unvaccinated people.
The outbreak began in October and remains concentrated in Spartanburg.
Nationwide, vaccination rates are declining due to rising religious exemptions from school immunization requirements.
Health officials say improving vaccination coverage is urgent to control the outbreak.