153 unvaccinated South Carolina students quarantining after measles exposure
153 unvaccinated South Carolina students quarantining after measles exposure
More than 150 unvaccinated students exposed to measles in South Carolina schools are quarantining, according to local health officials.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article is factually accurate, reporting that 153 unvaccinated students in South Carolina are quarantining due to measles exposure. Multiple sources confirm the number of students and the reason for quarantine. The reporting appears neutral and balanced.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim: More than 150 unvaccinated students exposed to measles in South Carolina schools are quarantining.
- Verification Source #1: Confirms that at least 153 students from two schools in South Carolina are under quarantine due to measles exposures.
- Verification Source #2: Confirms that 153 unvaccinated children are quarantined due to a measles outbreak in South Carolina.
- Verification Source #3: Confirms that 153 unvaccinated students were identified and quarantined.
- Verification Source #4: Confirms that 153 unvaccinated children were quarantined after measles exposure.
- Verification Source #5: Confirms that at least 153 students are under quarantine for 21 days due to measles exposures and that the quarantined students were not vaccinated.
- Assessment: Supported
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- All sources (1-5) confirm the core claim that 153 unvaccinated students in South Carolina are quarantining due to measles exposure.