At least 88 new measles cases have been reported in South Carolina, as the outbreak continues to surge, with 646 infections recorded in the state since October, officials say.
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Measles cases surge in South Carolina as US risks losing elimination status - BBC
State health officials say over 500 people and students in 15 schools are in quarantine after being exposed to the measles.
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