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October 2, 2026

Five New Measles Cases Confirmed In Georgia

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The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed five additional cases of measles, bringing the state’s total to 21 cases so far in 2026.

September 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

West Nile Virus Infections Increasing Across Georgia

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The Georgia Department of Public Health is warning residents to continue protecting themselves against mosquito bites as West Nile virus infections increase across the state.

September 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Measles Outbreak Grows To 10 Cases At Metro Atlanta Daycare

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The Georgia Department of Public Health says two additional measles cases have been confirmed in connection with an outbreak at a metro Atlanta daycare, bringing the outbreak total to 10 cases.

September 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Measles Outbreak Grows To Eight Cases; 14 Confirmed Statewide This Year

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The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed three additional measles cases connected to the current metro Atlanta outbreak, bringing the number of cases associated with that outbreak to eight.

August 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Measles Outbreak Linked To Metro Atlanta Daycare

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Georgia health officials have confirmed four additional cases of measles connected to a daycare in metro Atlanta, bringing the state’s reported total to 11 cases so far in 2026.

August 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Confirms Seventh Measles Case Of 2026

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The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed another case of measles, bringing the state’s total to seven cases so far in 2026.

August 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

VA Launches Trial Testing GLP-1 Drug As Treatment For Alcohol Use Disorder

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has launched a new clinical trial to determine whether semaglutide, a GLP-1 medication commonly used to treat diabetes and obesity, could also help Veterans struggling with alcohol use disorder.

August 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Northwest Georgia Public Health Urges Heat Safety, Fall Vaccination Preparation

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With the dog days of August bringing continued heat to Northwest Georgia, public health officials are reminding residents to take precautions outdoors while also beginning to prepare for the upcoming fall respiratory illness season.

Dr. Gary Voccio, Health Director for the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Northwest Health District, recommends scheduling outdoor activities during the early morning or late evening whenever possible rather than during the hottest part of the day.

Residents are also encouraged to drink plenty of water, wear light-colored and loose-fitting clothing, and avoid heavy foods during periods of high heat.

At the same time, health officials are looking ahead to fall and flu season. Voccio says this is a good time to consider vaccinations against influenza and other respiratory illnesses, particularly for older adults and young children.

With a new school year getting underway, parents are also encouraged to make sure their children are up to date on recommended vaccinations.

Additional information about immunizations and vaccinations is available through the Northwest Health District.

July 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Taco Bell Lettuce Linked to Multistate Cyclospora Outbreak

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Federal health officials have identified shredded iceberg lettuce served at certain Taco Bell restaurants as the source of a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness that can cause prolonged watery diarrhea.

July 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Health Officials Urge Precautions Against Cyclosporiasis

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The Georgia Department of Public Health is urging residents to take extra precautions when purchasing, preparing and eating fresh fruits and vegetables to help prevent cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora.