Georgia DPH Confirms Three New Measles Cases Linked to Fulton County Outbreak
ATLANTA, Ga. — The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed three new measles cases, all linked to a previously reported case in Fulton County earlier this month.
According to DPH, two of the new patients are unvaccinated, while the vaccination status of the third remains unknown. All three are isolating at home.
Georgia’s 2025 Measles Cases Rise
With the latest cases, Georgia has now reported 10 measles cases in 2025 — already four more than the total number reported in all of 2024.
Health officials said they have identified 268 close contacts of confirmed cases so far and are continuing to monitor for further spread.
Symptoms to Watch For
Measles symptoms typically appear 7–14 days after exposure and include:
- High fever
- Cough
- Runny nose
- Watery eyes
- Followed by a rash of tiny red spots that usually starts at the head and spreads across the body
Anyone who suspects they may have been exposed should call their healthcare provider immediately before visiting a clinic or hospital to prevent further spread.
Vaccine Remains Key Protection
The MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella) is considered safe and effective. The CDC recommends children receive their first dose between 12–15 months and a second dose between 4–6 years old.
Public health officials continue to emphasize vaccination as the best way to prevent outbreaks, noting that most recent cases involve unvaccinated individuals.
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