Georgia health officials have confirmed three new cases of measles, all of which are close contacts of a previously identified case. This brings the total number of confirmed measles cases in Georgia to ten for 2025. In comparison, there were six reported cases in the state during 2024.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises that children should receive their first dose of the measles vaccine between 12 and 15 months old, followed by a second dose between ages 4 and 6. Health authorities recommend consulting with healthcare providers to determine the appropriate vaccination schedule.
Further information on measles is available from the Georgia Department of Public Health at https://dph.georgia.gov/epidemiology/acute-disease-epidemiology/vaccine-preventable-diseases/measles and from the CDC at https://www.cdc.gov/measles/index.html.
“The best protection against measles is vaccination. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that children receive their first dose of vaccine between 12 and 15 months of age and a second dose between 4 and 6 years of age. Consult with your doctor or healthcare provider about the vaccination that is best for you and your child.”
