997 Measles Cases, No New Cases Since March - Outbreak Update
Summary
South Carolina DPH reports no new measles cases since March 17, keeping the Upstate outbreak total at 997. No individuals are currently in quarantine or isolation. If no new cases are reported, the outbreak will be declared over on April 26, following a 42-day period with no new cases.
What changed
South Carolina DPH issued a measles outbreak status update confirming no new cases have been reported since March 17, maintaining the outbreak total at 997 cases. No individuals are currently under quarantine or isolation. The document provides that a 42-day period with no new cases is required to declare the outbreak over, which would be April 26 if no additional cases emerge.
Affected parties should continue monitoring for updates and consider vaccination, which DPH identifies as the best protection against measles. Healthcare providers and public health authorities should remain vigilant for potential new cases and continue promoting vaccination efforts. The outbreak response is ongoing but trending toward resolution.
What to do next
- Monitor for updates on outbreak status
- Vaccination remains recommended to prevent measles
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TUESDAY MEASLES UPDATE: DPH Reports No New Measles Cases, Outbreak Total Remains 997
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Apr. 14, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. ― Today, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is again reporting no new cases of measles in the state since March 17, keeping the total number of cases in South Carolina related to the Upstate outbreak at 997.
There currently are no people in quarantine or isolation. If no new cases are reported, the last day of the outbreak will be April 26.
A media briefing will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15, at 1 p.m. Barring any further cases, another update will be issued Tuesday, April 21.
If a new case is reported, DPH will immediately notify the media and resume briefings and updates as appropriate.
A period of 42 days with no new cases is required to declare an end to a measles outbreak. This is double the number of days for an incubation period (21 days) and a clear indicator of a broken transmission chain.
Vaccination continues to be the best way to prevent measles and stop this outbreak. Vaccines are available at many primary care provider offices and pharmacies, as well as DPH Health Departments.
To stay up-to-date on the latest measles outbreak information, visit our dedicated webpage here. For additional data related to the outbreak, visit our Measles Dashboard.
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