Measles outbreak in the US: South Carolina confirms outbreak; 8 cases identified

South Carolina confirmed a measles outbreak with eight cases linked to low immunization rates, highlighting a national resurgence. The US faces its worst measles year in decades, with over 1,500 cases across 41 states and two deaths in Texas. This highly contagious disease threatens the nation's elimination status as vaccine rates decline.

Measles outbreak in the US: South Carolina confirms outbreak; 8 cases identified
South Carolina confirmed a measles outbreak with eight cases linked to low immunization rates, highlighting a national resurgence. The US faces its worst measles year in decades, with over 1,500 cases across 41 states and two deaths in Texas. This highly contagious disease threatens the nation's elimination status as vaccine rates decline.