www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – (The Center Square – ) 2025-06-06 11:56:00
Georgia has reported a fifth measles case in 2024, involving an unvaccinated individual who contracted the disease from an international source. In total, six confirmed cases occurred statewide this year. The Georgia Department of Public Health emphasizes the safety and effectiveness of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, noting over 95% immunity with one dose and 98% with two doses. Nationally, 24 states have reported measles cases as of June 5, with three deaths, mostly among the unvaccinated. While U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expressed some skepticism, he acknowledged that the MMR vaccine remains the most effective prevention method.
(The Center Square) – A fifth case of measles occurred in Georgia, the state Department of Public Health said on Friday.
The unvaccinated individual contracted the disease from a person who acquired it from out of the country, according to a release. That case was reported to the health department in May.
Six confirmed measles cases were reported in all of 2024,according to the department.
The Health Department said the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is safe and recommended it.
“More than 95% of the people who receive a single dose of MMR will develop immunity to all three viruses,” the department said. “A second dose boosts immunity, typically enhancing protection to 98%.”
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said as of June 5, 24 states had confirmed measles cases this year and three people have died. Ninety-five percent of the cases occurred in people who were not vaccinated, the agency said.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was quoted as being skeptical of the measles vaccine but said in an April post on social media, “The most effective way to prevent the spread of measles is the MMR vaccine.”
Kennedy made his comments during a visit to Texas, where the death of two young girls was attributed to measles.
Note: The following A.I. based commentary is not part of the original article, reproduced above, but is offered in the hopes that it will promote greater media literacy and critical thinking, by making any potential bias more visible to the reader –Staff Editor.
Political Bias Rating: Centrist
This article primarily reports factual information about measles cases in Georgia and related public health guidance. It neutrally presents data from health authorities like the state Department of Public Health and the CDC, emphasizing vaccination rates and outcomes without editorializing. The inclusion of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s skeptical past remarks balanced by his acknowledgment of vaccine effectiveness demonstrates an effort to present multiple viewpoints without endorsing any. The tone and framing remain straightforward and informational, focusing on public health facts rather than ideological arguments, resulting in a neutral, fact-based report.
SUMMARY: The sea turtle nesting season along South Carolina and Georgia coasts saw mixed results in 2025. Hilton Head recorded 237 nests, below the expected 350, possibly due to last winter’s cold ocean temperatures and rare snowfall affecting food availability. False crawls, where turtles visit but don’t nest, were unusually high, indicating stress. Tybee Island had 19 nests, a strong number for its size, but heavy rainfall and flooding endangered many nests, with only 14 successfully hatched. Conservationists stress public awareness about reducing beach disturbances. With turtles nesting every two years, both islands hope for a stronger 2026 season despite this year’s challenges.
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SUMMARY: A 12-year-old girl named Claudia was severely injured when a tree fell on her at an arts festival in Cobb County during severe weather. She suffered skull fractures, a bruised lung, and a broken rib, and required a blood transfusion. Emergency responders arrived quickly, administering medication when she was seizing and transporting her to the hospital. Claudia is currently under heavy sedation with a breathing tube due to her pain. Her family is asking for prayers and faith during this difficult time. A GoFundMe has been set up to help cover her medical expenses, with details available on fox5atlanta.com.
The Paulding County Sheriff’s Office said a 12-year-old girl was at the Paulding Meadows Arts and Crafts Festival shortly after bad weather passed through. A portion of one tree and limbs from another fell and hit her. The young girl’s name is Claudia and her uncle, HJ Cohran, says her family has been by her bedside since this happened.
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SUMMARY: The Beaufort Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred around 2:30 a.m. Sunday at Cross Creek Apartment Homes in Beaufort, South Carolina. A male victim was found with gunshot wounds and later died in the hospital. Neighbors reported hearing 4 to 8 gunshots and seeing numerous shell casings at the scene. The victim, believed not to be a resident, was described as a young man who kept to himself. Residents expressed frustration over frequent violence in the complex. The investigation is ongoing, with assistance from local agencies. Tips can be reported to Investigator Jayne or anonymously via Crime Stoppers.
