Measles Outbreak Spreads to 3 Upstate Areas

Measles Exposure Alert: Three Locations in South Carolina Identified

The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has identified three locations where a person who was infectious with measles visited during late December. These locations are now under scrutiny as potential sites of exposure for others. The specific times and dates of the visits are outlined below, and health officials are urging individuals who were present at these places during those periods to take precautions.

Specific Locations and Times of Exposure

  1. Nose Dive Restaurant
  2. Address: 116 S. Main Street, Greenville, S.C.
  3. Date and Time: December 24 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

  4. Best Buy

  5. Address: 1125 Woodruff Road, Suite 1201, Greenville, S.C.
  6. Date and Time: December 24 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

  7. Spartanburg Library

  8. Address: 151 S. Church Street, Spartanburg, S.C.
  9. Event: Solar Superstorms planetarium show
  10. Date and Time: December 27 from 3:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The individual who visited these locations was not aware they were infectious at the time. DPH staff have confirmed that there is no risk of measles exposure beyond the specified times at these locations.

Understanding Measles Incubation and Symptoms

The minimum incubation period for measles is typically seven days. However, symptoms can appear anywhere between 7 to 21 days after exposure. Health officials are advising anyone who was at any of the above locations during the listed times to contact their healthcare provider if they suspect they may have been exposed, lack immunity to measles, or begin experiencing symptoms.

People who were exposed—especially those without immunity through vaccination or prior infection—should monitor themselves for symptoms through January 17. Early symptoms of measles include a cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a mild to moderate fever.

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What Should You Do?

If you believe you were at any of the mentioned locations during the specified times, it’s important to assess your vaccination status. Those who are not immune should be vigilant for symptoms and seek medical advice if needed.

Additional Information

Health leaders emphasize that the risk of further exposure is limited to the times provided. There is no indication that the public is at increased risk beyond these periods. However, staying informed and taking preventive measures is crucial for public health.

Stay Informed

For more updates on this story and other local news, consider following reliable sources such as WYFF. They provide live, local, and late-breaking news coverage from Greenville, South Carolina, ensuring that the community remains informed about critical health and safety issues.

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