South Carolinas Measles Outbreak Is Over
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The South Carolina Department of Public Health has declared the historic measles outbreak over. The response cost the state more than $2 million.
South Carolina ends largest measles outbreak in 35 years after 997 cases, crediting rapid response and increased MMR vaccinations for containment.
Officials are declaring a formal end to the Upstate measles outbreak that totaled 997 cases from October 2025 through March.