Measles cases climb to 789 as more reports happen in SC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– The amount of measles cases in the state related to the Upstate outbreak continues to climb as more cases are being reported, says SCDPH.

South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) says 89 new cases of measles  have been reported in the state since Friday, Jan. 23, 2026.

The new cases brings the total number of cases in South Carolina related to the Upstate outbreak to 789.

Based on the new cases, DPH has identified public exposures at the following schools: Dorman High, Inman Intermediate, and New Prospect Elementary.

Health officials say the best way to prevent the measles is to be vaccinated.

To stay up-to-date on the latest measles outbreak information, visit SCDPH’s webpage here.

For additional data related to the outbreak, visit SCDPH’s Measles Dashboard.