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In Bryan County, Georgia, health authorities have confirmed the second measles case in the state for 2026, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH). The affected individual recently traveled outside of Georgia and had not been vaccinated against the disease.
The DPH is actively reaching out to individuals who might have been exposed to the Bryan County resident, as they work to contain the potential spread of the virus. Public health officials stress the importance of vaccination, noting that symptoms of measles typically emerge one to two weeks following exposure. These symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, and watery eyes.
Highlighting the effectiveness of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, the DPH states, “More than 95% of individuals who receive a single dose of MMR will develop immunity to all three viruses. A second dose further boosts immunity, typically enhancing protection to 98%.”
In the previous year, Georgia saw ten confirmed measles cases. This recent case marks the second confirmed instance of the illness in the state for this year, underscoring the ongoing need for vigilance and vaccination efforts.
There were 10 confirmed cases of measles in Georgia in 2025. This is the second reported case in the state in 2026.