COLUMBIA, S.C. (WBTV) - A third case of measles was confirmed in South Carolina, Department of Public Health officials confirmed.
All three cases were detected between July and Sept. 8.
According to officials, the most recent measles case was found in an unvaccinated person who did not have immunity from a previous exposure.
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They reportedly had a recent international trip to a country with an active measles outbreak. Health officials said the person was not contagious when they were traveling and did not have a specific exposure to someone with the disease.
As of Sept. 8, the person was isolating at home to keep from spreading it further.
The measles virus is highly contagious and is spread through the air and by person-to-person contact. It can remain airborne for up to two hours.
"Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus that affects the respiratory tract, and can result in serious complications affecting the brain, blood cells, complications in pregnancy, and long-term neurologic effects," said Dr. Linda Bell, state epidemiologist and Health Programs Branch director, in an issued statement.
It can lead to hospitalization and/or death. Symptoms include:
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine is 97% effective against measles and 86% effective against mumps if both doses of the vaccine are given.
The MMR vaccine is a common part of routine vaccination for children. The first dose is usually given between 12 and 15 months old, and the second between ages 4 and 6. Earlier doses may be given to children traveling internationally.
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People who have already been exposed to measles can still get the vaccine.
For more information about measles, visit the South Carolina Department of Public Health website.