Measles Makes a Comeback in South Carolina

South Carolina is facing a serious measles outbreak. The problem started in Spartanburg County, where many people are not vaccinated. This area has seen over 200 cases in recent months, and the numbers keep growing. The outbreak began in a Ukrainian immigrant community. Vaccination rates are low there because of past issues with vaccines in Ukraine. Now, measles is spreading to other parts of the community. Schools, churches, and public places are where most people are getting sick. Most of the cases are in unvaccinated children. Health officials are working hard to stop the spread. They are doing contact tracing and setting up vaccination clinics. But it's a tough job, and they need more help.Some parents are now getting their kids vaccinated after seeing how bad measles can be. Others still refuse, even after their kids get sick. Doctors say measles can make kids very sick, with high fevers and rashes. The outbreak is a big problem for the whole country. The US hasn't seen this many measles cases since the 1990s. If things don't improve, the US could lose its measles-free status. This would mean more outbreaks and more people getting sick. Health experts say the best way to stop measles is to get vaccinated. But many people still have doubts. Some don't have easy access to healthcare. Others believe false information they see online. Until more people get vaccinated, the outbreak will keep growing.