press-releases

Marcus Plescia Named Health Director for Fulton County Public Health

The Georgia Department of Public Health announced the appointment of Marcus Plescia, M.D., M.P.H., as the new Health Director for the Fulton County Board of Health. His appointment is effective November 3, 2025.

Georgia DPH Awarded $2.8M for Injury Prevention

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has been awarded $2,862,037 in competitive grants from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS), funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This funding will support various injury prevention programs, including child occupant safety, data analysis, and driver safety initiatives for the grant year October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026.

Georgia Department of Public Health: Widespread Flu Activity

The Georgia Department of Public Health has issued a notice regarding widespread and severe flu activity across the state. The department urges residents to get vaccinated as soon as possible to protect themselves and vulnerable populations, emphasizing that it takes two weeks for vaccine antibodies to develop.

Georgia DPH Confirms Measles Case

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed a measles case in an unvaccinated infant who traveled internationally. This is the first reported case in Georgia in 2026, with 10 cases reported in 2025. DPH is working to identify potential exposures and reminds the public about the safety and effectiveness of the MMR vaccine.

Georgia DPH Confirms Measles Case in Unvaccinated Resident

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed a case of measles in an unvaccinated resident. This is the second reported case in Georgia in 2026, following 10 cases in 2025. DPH is advising individuals who may have been exposed and reminding the public about the importance of the MMR vaccine.