Measles continues raging in South Carolina; 99 new cases since Tuesday

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A Measles Outbreak Sweeps South Carolina, with Nearly 100 New Cases in Just Three Days

A highly contagious measles outbreak in South Carolina continues to spread rapidly, with nearly 100 new cases identified since Tuesday. The state health department reported a total of 310 cases, including 200 people in quarantine and nine in isolation.

However, officials are struggling to track the source of the outbreak due to numerous exposure sites and limited information on where people were infected.

The measles virus is extremely contagious, with one case potentially infecting up to 20 new individuals among unvaccinated contacts. According to state data, only 90 percent of students in Spartanburg County, the epicenter of the outbreak, were fully vaccinated last school year. This low vaccination rate may be contributing to the rapid spread of the virus.

The disease usually develops within seven to 14 days after exposure and is characterized by a high fever and distinctive rash that starts on the head and spreads downward. People with measles are contagious for four days before and after the onset of symptoms, posing significant risks to those around them.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly all cases in the South Carolina outbreak – 99 percent – are among individuals who are not fully vaccinated or have unknown vaccination status. This is a concerning trend, as measles can cause serious complications such as ear infections, diarrhea, pneumonia, encephalitis, and even death.

The recent surge in measles cases in South Carolina has reignited concerns about the country's ongoing efforts to eradicate this disease. With 131 reported cases so far in 2024, the US tally is rapidly approaching its highest numbers since 1991.
 
This is crazy 🤯... what's going on with these vaccination rates? 90% of kids in Spartanburg County weren't fully vaccinated last year? That's super scary for me & my family, especially us parents who wanna protect our little ones from all this 🙏. I mean, we get it that a few cases can sneak through the cracks, but nearly 100 new ones in just 3 days? That's like something out of a movie 🎥... and with the risk of serious complications if they're not fully vaccinated 🤕... gotta do something about this ASAP 💪
 
this is getting scary 😬 with nearly 100 new cases in just three days it's like a domino effect ... low vaccination rate in Spartanburg County is a major contributor to this outbreak 🤦‍♀️ anyone can get measles, even if they seem fine 👋 the CDC says 99% of these cases are not fully vaccinated or have unknown vaccination status 🚨 what's going on? how can we stop this from spreading further? 💔
 
It's really alarming that this measles outbreak in SC is getting out of control 🤢! I mean, 99% of those infected aren't even vaccinated? That's just crazy talk! 😱 The fact that it's spreading so fast and with such a high contagiousness rate makes me think we need to boost vaccination rates ASAP 💉. I'm all for personal choice, but not when it comes to herd immunity 🤝. The CDC should definitely be keeping an eye on this situation, especially since the virus is causing some serious complications... it's just too much! 😩
 
Ugh, can't believe what's happening in SC right now 🤕🚨! Measles outbreak is getting out of control and I'm actually thinking that's a great excuse to remind everyone how important it is to get vaccinated 💉👍 Like, I know some people might be hesitant or whatever, but 90% of kids in one county weren't fully vaccinated last year? That's just crazy 🤯. And now we're seeing nearly 100 new cases in just three days... yikes 😷. The CDC is saying it all depends on vaccination status and I'm like, yeah no kidding 🙄! We need to get our act together and make sure everyone's protected 💪.
 
omg 🤯 what's going on with these vaccine rates? like, only 90% of kids in Spartanburg County were fully vaccinated and now we got a huge outbreak 🤕 measles can be super serious if you don't get the shots... 99% of cases are among people who aren't fully vaccinated or their vaccination status is unknown 🚨 that's so concerning! 💉
 
ugh, this is getting scary 🤕, like what happened in SC? one case infecting up to 20 ppl? that's crazy! and it's not just the fact that a lot of kids are unvaxxed in Spartanburg County, it's the whole thing about tracking where people got infected... seems kinda hard to keep track when there are so many exposure sites. and it's not like we can just ignore the problem 'cause we're all worried 🤔. 90% unvaxxed is a big deal tho. I'm all for keeping us safe, but this whole situation is giving me some serious anxiety 😬. what's going on with our public health system that we can't even keep up with something like this? it's not just about the cases, it's about the people getting sick and potentially dying from it 💔
 
Man, I'm getting worried about this measles outbreak in SC 🤕😬. It's crazy how fast it's spreading and not knowing where people got infected makes it even harder to track down. I mean, we all know vaccines are like 90% effective against measles, so why do we still have outbreaks? 🤔 It's gotta be a combination of low vaccination rates and maybe some folks just not taking care of themselves. I'm glad the CDC is keeping us in the loop, but it's clear we need to step up our game when it comes to protecting ourselves and others from this nasty virus 💉
 
omg u guys i cant believe south carolina is dealing with another massive measles outbreak 🤕🚨 like 310+ cases in just a few days?! and only 90% of kids in that one county were fully vaccinated last year?! its like, super easy to catch this virus and it can lead to some pretty serious health issues 😷

and whats really worrying is the fact that most of these cases are from people who didnt get vaccinated or dont know if they got vaccinated 🤔 i mean, measles is a no-brainer when it comes to vaccine status. the CDC says 99% of cases in this outbreak are from unvaccinated folks... like, what more do we need to hear? 😩

anyway, its not just about south carolina tho. with over 130 reported cases so far in 2024, the us is seeing some pretty alarming numbers 🚨 and that raises serious questions about our efforts to eradicate this disease altogether. we cant keep relying on vaccine uptake alone to stop the spread of measles... something needs to change 🤝
 
😷🤢 310 new cases in three days is crazy! 🚨 How can they not track the source? It's like a puzzle with too many pieces missing... 👀 The fact that only 90% of kids in Spartanburg were fully vaccinated last year is concerning, but what about all the adults who didn't get vaccinated back then? 🤔
 
OH MAN, THIS MEASLES OUTBREAK IN SOUTH CAROLINA IS GETTING WORSE BY THE DAY!!! I mean, nearly 100 new cases in just three days? That's crazy! 🤯 And the worst part is that only 90% of students in Spartanburg County were fully vaccinated last school year... that's like, a big red flag right there. I'm all for making sure people have a choice to get vaccinated, but come on, it's not like this is some new and scary disease... measles has been around for centuries! 🙄 And now the CDC is saying that nearly all cases in this outbreak are among people who aren't fully vaccinated or don't know their vaccination status? That's just wild. I'm sure the healthcare workers in SC are working overtime to keep up with all these new cases, but it's still a nightmare situation all around. 😩
 
😬 "A good start to anything is half the battle." - George Washington 💉🤢 The rapid spread of measles in South Carolina is a concerning trend that highlights the importance of staying up-to-date on vaccinations, especially for vulnerable populations like students. With nearly all cases among unvaccinated or unknown-vaccination status individuals, it's clear that complacency can have deadly consequences 🚨💔
 
🤕 This measles outbreak is a harsh reminder that our individual actions (or lack thereof) can have far-reaching consequences 🌎. The fact that only 90% of students in Spartanburg County were fully vaccinated last school year is just mind-boggling 😱. It's like we're playing a game of Russian roulette, where everyone's life is at risk 💥.

The virus spreads so quickly because it's so contagious, and if we don't take responsibility for our own health and well-being, we're putting ourselves and others at risk 🤝. We need to think about how our choices affect those around us and the community as a whole 👥.

It's also interesting to note that this outbreak is happening despite all the efforts to eradicate measles 💪. It just goes to show that we can't take anything for granted, even when we're doing everything "right" 🙄. We need to stay vigilant, educate ourselves and others, and make informed decisions about our health – it's not too much to ask 🤗.
 
OMG 🤯 like I'm still trying to process what's happening with measles in SC! 😱 310 cases in just a few days? That's crazy talk 💥 and those vaccination rates are super low for Spartanburg County... like, only 90% were fully vaccinated?! 🤦‍♀️ that's not even close to the 95% goal 😒. I'm all for personal freedom and choice, but come on folks! 🙄 measles is no joke, it can be super serious and even deadly 💀. I remember when I was a kid, we had outbreaks all the time back in the day 🤣, and now it's like... why are we still struggling with this?! 🤷‍♀️ CDC needs to step up their game, stat! 💪
 
Measles outbreak in SC is a total nightmare! 🤒😷 I'm all for individual freedom and choice, but not when it comes to protecting public health. 90% of students in Spartanburg County weren't fully vaccinated? That's just reckless. We can't just sit back and watch as this disease spreads like wildfire. The CDC is on top of it, but it's still disheartening to see cases piling up. I know some people might be worried about vaccine mandates or side effects, but honestly, the benefits far outweigh the risks. We gotta prioritize our communities' health here! 🤝💉
 
me thinks its pretty sad that we're still dealin with outbreaks like this in the us... low vaccination rates are definitely a big part of the problem 🤕... cant believe how easily measles spreads, like one person can infect up to 20 others... hope everyone gets checked out & recovers from this 🤞
 
its shocking how fast this outbreak is spreading 🤯, i mean we're talking nearly 100 new cases in just three days? thats crazy! im not surprised though, vaccination rates have been a major issue in spartanburg county for years 🤔, its only when it affects people who arent vaccinated or have unknown status that were seeing these rapid outbreaks 🚨. i wish we had more info on the source of this outbreak tho, would help us understand how to contain it ASAP 💡. measles is a serious disease and im glad the CDC is keeping us updated on the numbers 📊, lets just hope they can get this under control before its too late 🤞
 
🤔 this outbreak in SC is super worrying, like how can't track the source 🙄? and with 90% of students in Spartanburg not fully vaccinated last year... that's a recipe for disaster 💉😷 it's crazy to think one case could spread to up to 20 new people who aren't vaccinated 🤯 like what are we gonna do to stop this?! 🚨
 
I'm getting worried about this outbreak 🤕, it's crazy how fast it's spreading! I mean, 90% of kids in Spartanburg County weren't vaccinated last year? That's like, a recipe for disaster 💀. And now they're dealing with nearly 100 new cases in just three days? It's like the virus is just laughing at them 😂.

And what really gets me is that officials can't even track down where people got infected 🤔. It's like they're trying to solve a puzzle blindfolded 🧩. I get it, exposure sites are everywhere, but come on, folks! Get some help over there 👥.

Measles might seem like a distant memory for some of us, but trust me, this is still the real deal 🔥. It can be super deadly if you're not careful. We need to take this seriously and make sure people get vaccinated 💉. This isn't just about South Carolina anymore; it's a national issue 🌎.

We should be worried 😬, not just because of the cases, but also because the CDC is saying 99% of these cases are unvaxxed or have no idea if they're vaxxed 🤷‍♀️. It's like we've regressed to some dark age 🔙. What's going on here?! 💥
 
Ugh, another major outbreak 🤒😷... I mean, what's really concerning here is that a huge chunk of people in Spartanburg County aren't fully vaccinated 💉🚫. It's like they thought the measles was just some mythical disease from ancient times 🙅‍♂️. And now look at us - nearly 100 new cases in three days?! That's crazy fast 😲. We need to boost those vaccination numbers ASAP 💪, or we'll be dealing with serious health consequences for a long time 🤕.
 
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