GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The South Carolina Department of Public Health reports an outbreak of measles.

As of Wednesday, officials said eight cases have been reported in the Upstate.

SCDPH said the people involved are unvaccinated and did not have immunity from a previous infection.

“Measles is highly contagious, and there is risk for continued, rapid spread of the disease in the Upstate among communities with low immunization rates,” said Dr. Linda Bell, state epidemiologist and Health Programs Branch director. “Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccination remains the most important tool for preventing measles infection and spread. We strongly encourage everyone to review their immunization records and make sure they are up to date on all recommended vaccinations, including MMR.”

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