SCDPH gives update on Upstate measles outbreak

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– The state health department says there is an outbreak of measles in the Upstate.

Officials held a briefing Friday morning, Oct. 3, confirming a total of eight cases.

Experts say five out of the eight cases became sick within the past month and are part of a newly identified outbreak of measles.

Dr. Linda Bell says those involved in the outbreak are unvaccinated.

Officials say the measles vaccine is over 97% effective at preventing infection.