3 metro Atlanta family members test positive for measles, DPH says
WSB-TV • • health
Key Points:
- The Georgia Department of Public Health confirmed three new measles cases in a metro Atlanta family who recently traveled internationally and were unvaccinated.
- The infected individuals were not contagious during travel but may have exposed others upon returning home and developing symptoms.
- Measles is highly contagious, spreading through the air and surfaces, with symptoms appearing 7 to 14 days after exposure, starting with fever and respiratory issues followed by a rash.
- Health officials urge Georgians to ensure they are vaccinated with the MMR vaccine, which provides strong immunity against measles, mumps, and rubella.
- Georgia has reported five measles cases so far in 2026, compared to 10 cases in 2025, and officials advise those with symptoms to contact healthcare providers before visiting medical facilities.