Measles cases in South Carolina explode to 558 - Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Google News • 1/16/2026 – 1/17/2026
Summary
Measles cases in South Carolina have surged to 558, marking a significant increase in the outbreak. The number of cases has doubled within a week, raising concerns about vaccine exemptions. Three businesses have been identified as potential exposure sites related to the outbreak.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
89d
Age
1
Sources
from cluster
2120
Hours Since Seen
Final Score0/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusArchived
Recency Multiplier0% (0.5^2120/48)
Hero EligibleNo
Score is 0 because recency decay (0.5^2120/48 = 0.000000) reduced it below 0.5
Score BreakdownRisk 50
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 89 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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