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Measles Outbreak Nearing End in South Carolina

Summary

  • South Carolina's measles outbreak could conclude by April 26.
  • No new infections reported means the outbreak may end soon.
  • State epidemiologist provided an update on Wednesday.
Measles Outbreak Nearing End in South Carolina

The state of South Carolina is on the verge of declaring its current measles outbreak over. Officials are hopeful that if no new cases arise, the outbreak could officially conclude by April 26.

This projected end date was shared by the state's top epidemiologist during a briefing held on Wednesday. The final determination hinges on continued absence of new infections in the coming weeks.

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