Measles, also called Rubeola, is a highly contagious viral disease. The disease has not been common in the United States for many years, however it is widespread in many parts of the world including Europe, Africa, and Asia, and currently, there are some areas even in the U.S. that are experiencing measles outbreaks - get the latest outbreak updates from the CDC.

Measles begins with a fever that lasts for a couple of days, followed by a cough, runny nose, and conjunctivitis (pink eye). These symptoms are followed by a maculopapular rash that begins at the hairline, moves to the face and upper neck and then down the body. Infected people are usually contagious from about 4 days before their rash starts to 4 days afterwards.

The GOOD news is Measles can be PREVENTED! Contact your local Health Department in Cherokee, Fannin, Gilmer, Murray, Pickens or Whitfield County for vaccination against measles and many other preventable diseases... Just click on the name of your county to find them! Look below to learn more about measles.

Get more information about measles from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Also, click on each Measles informational document down below from the Georgia Department of Public Health to view the full pdf and to download and print: