2 days ago · The DPH has confirmed a measles case in an unvaccinated metro Atlanta resident.

The first measles case of the year, in Georgia, has been confirmed. From symptoms to cures, here's everything you need to know about this disease.

According to the Department of Public Health, this is Georgia's first reported measles case this year. In 2024, there were six reported cases in the Peach State.

The measles case involves an unvaccinated metro Atlanta resident and they are believed to have contracted the virus within the U.S., the health department said.

1 day ago · The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed the first measles case of 2025 in Georgia on Tuesday.

1 day ago · With the Georgia Department of Public Health confirming a measles case in an unvaccinated Georgia resident, what do you need to know about the virus?

1 day ago · The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed a measles case in an unvaccinated metro Atlanta resident.

1 day ago · The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed the first case of measles in the state for 2025.

Measles is a respiratory disease caused by the measles virus. The disease is also called Rubeola. The virus normally grows in the cells that line the back of the throat and lungs. It is extremely contagious and causes fever, runny nose, cough, and a rash all over the body.

Dec 3, 2024 · Measles symptoms appear 7 to 14 days after contact with the virus, typically including high fever, cough, runny nose, and watery eyes. Then, a rash of tiny, red spots breaks out. It starts at the head and spreads to the rest of the body. The MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine can prevent measles and rubella. The vaccine is safe and effective.