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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Jan. 6, 2026

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a stray cat found near Vines Road and Dungannon Drive in Ninety Six, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. Two people were exposed and have been referred to their health care providers.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Jan. 6, 2026

COLUMBIA, S.C. ― The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is reporting 26 new cases of measles in the state since Friday, bringing the total number of cases in South Carolina related to the Upstate outbreak to 211.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Jan. 5, 2026

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a beef cow found near Gentry Road and Highway 81 S. in Starr, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. No people are known to have been exposed at this time. Nineteen cows were exposed to the rabid cow and will be quarantined as prescribed by the Public Health Veterinarian.