South Carolina confirms 124 new measles cases as outbreak on the Arizona-Utah line grows
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- Health officials in South Carolina have confirmed 124 new cases of measles since Friday, contributing to a growing outbreak that has raised significant public health concerns. This surge follows large gatherings, including Thanksgiving, which have been linked to the spread of the virus.
- The rapid increase in measles cases in South Carolina is alarming, prompting health officials to implement quarantine measures for hundreds of individuals to contain the outbreak and prevent further transmission.
- This situation reflects a troubling trend of rising measles cases across the United States, particularly in states like Utah and Arizona, where outbreaks are also intensifying. The ongoing challenges in vaccination rates and public health awareness are critical factors in controlling these outbreaks.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
