Measles case reported in Georgia
WSB-TV • • general
Key Points:
- The Georgia Department of Health confirmed a new measles case in Bryan County, marking the second case in the state this year; the individual was unvaccinated and had recently traveled out of state but had no international travel history.
- Health officials are notifying potential contacts at increased risk and emphasize that measles is highly contagious, spreading through the air and causing symptoms like high fever, cough, and rash 7 to 14 days after exposure.
- The MMR vaccine is recommended as a safe and effective prevention method, typically administered in two doses to children, with health authorities urging symptomatic individuals to contact healthcare providers before visiting clinics.
- Nationwide, 982 confirmed measles cases have been reported in 2026, with three deaths last
