Atlanta

Epidemiological Brief

Atlanta presents a MEDIUM epidemic risk (31.4), with influenza, measles, and pertussis as the leading drivers. Influenza ILI% of 13.7% indicates sustained community transmission in Georgia. Measles incidence of 0.3 per 100,000 reflects ongoing state-level activity, warranting MMR verification for all attendees. Pertussis incidence of 1.4 per 100,000 adds a vaccine-preventable respiratory disease burden. Mpox activity is present (0.3 per 100,000) and should be monitored, particularly in light of the large gathering context. Dengue risk is low. Mercedes-Benz Stadium's high-capacity indoor configuration means that respiratory pathogen transmission risk is elevated in crowded seating. Georgia DPH should ensure adequate measles surveillance infrastructure and standby MMR vaccination posts near the venue. Medical teams should maintain supply of rapid influenza tests and antivirals; mpox clinical recognition training for first responders is advisable given the background signal. Spectators presenting with fever and cough or vesicular rash should be triaged and isolated promptly.

Model v2.1.0 · Updated June 11, 2026