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For more information about measles, visit www.dph.ga.gov/measles. Credit: Georgia Department of Public Health.
Georgia Department of Public Health officials confirmed this year’s second case of measles in the state.
An unvaccinated resident of Bryan County who had recently traveled out of the state tested positive for measles. The resident had no history of international travel. State health officials are working to contact anyone who may have been exposed.
Bryan County is part of the Coastal Health District of Georgia, which includes Savannah. The district confirmed the first case of measles in 2026.
A baby, who was too young to be vaccinated, tested positive for the virus, and the baby seems to have contracted the virus while travelling internationally, according to a news release.
Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads through the air after an infected person coughs or sneezes. It can remain on surfaces up to two hours after an infected person leaves the room.
Common symptoms are a high fever, cough, runny nose and watery eyes, followed by a rash of tiny red spots that starts at the head and spreads to the rest of the body.
In 2025, Georgia had 10 measles cases with at least one case in Fulton County. State health officials encourage people to get vaccinated, as it is the best protection against measles.
Written by: Jenna Eason
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