South Carolina Measles Quarantine: Cases Surge
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Key Points:
* Measles Outbreak: South Carolina has placed 254 people in quarantine due to a surge in measles cases.
* Severity: Measles can be deadly, often leading to pneumonia.There have been recent measles-related deaths in Texas and a suspected death in New Mexico.
* Continued Spread: Officials expect the outbreak in South Carolina to continue for ”many more weeks” without increased vaccination rates.
* Further Data: The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (https://www.nfid.org/infectious-disease/measles/) provides more information on measles.
* Source & Date: The information is from HealthDay, dated December 13, 2025.
