Measles

2024 - 3 - 4

Outbreak Alert: Measles Spreading in Canada - Stay Informed

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Measles cases on the rise in BC, Ontario, and Quebec. Vaccination urged to prevent community spread. Check immunization records before spring break!

Measles is making a concerning comeback in Canada, with reported cases in British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec. The recent outbreak marks the first measles case in BC since 2019, signaling a potential resurgence of the highly contagious disease. Health experts warn of the possibility of small-scale community transmission of measles in Ontario, emphasizing the importance of vaccination to prevent further spread.

In Quebec, public health officials are urging residents to ensure their measles vaccinations are up-to-date, following the detection of about 10 cases in the province. The rise in measles cases has the Health Minister deeply concerned as the virus slowly spreads across communities nationwide, emphasizing the need for Canadians to maintain vigilance and prioritize immunizations.

As the BC Centre for Disease Control advises people to check their immunization records, concerns grow amid the upcoming spring break and international measles outbreaks. The importance of timely vaccination is underscored as health authorities issue exposure alerts in various locations, including a warning for possible measles exposure at two places in Richmond.

In a proactive measure, Quebec recommends measles vaccination after identifying 10 cases, particularly in Montreal. Dr. Luc Boileau, Quebec's public health director, emphasizes the necessity of vaccination, especially for young children, to curb the spread of measles in the province.

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B.C. reports first measles case since 2019 as infections rise in some ... (CBC.ca)

A case of measles has been reported in British Columbia — the first since 2019 — as the number of infections rise in some parts of the world, ...

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Ontario measles: 'Sporadic' community transmission possible (CP24 Toronto's Breaking News)

Health experts say there is the potential for small-scale 'sporadic' community transmission of measles in Ontario after a vaccinated adult contracted the ...

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Possible measles exposure at two places in Richmond (Richmond News)

Measles exposure warning in two Richmond locations, Vancouver Airport Hotel and ICBC Centre: Public told to monitor symptoms and seek vaccination.

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Quebec urges measles vaccination after 10 cases detected, mostly ... (CTV Montreal)

Quebec public health officials are urging people to get themselves and their young children vaccinated for measles, a highly contagious disease that is ...

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Health minister 'deeply concerned' about rise of measles cases in ... (Globalnews.ca)

As measles continues its slow spread across communities in the country, health officials are urging Canadians to stay vigilant and keep their vaccinations ...

People advised to check immunization records before spring break ... (BC Gov News)

With measles outbreaks being reported internationally and spring break on the horizon, the provincial health officer, BC Centre for Disease Control and ...

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Quebec public health: About 10 measles cases in Montreal and ... (CityNews Montreal)

Last Updated March 4, 2024 1:39 pm. Quebec public health director Dr. Luc Boileau says measles virus is circulating in the province, about 10 cases, with the ...

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B.C. records first case of measles since 2019, vaccinations urged (Globalnews.ca)

The measles vaccine is given in two doses in B.C. — the first one on a child's first birthday and the second around the time of starting school.

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Update: B.C. confirms first case of measles | Exposure alert issued in ... (Vancouver Sun)

B.C. health officials are urging people to make sure they're vaccinated against measles before travelling for spring break. Find out more.

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10 measles cases identified in Quebec, 7 in Montreal, public health ... (CBC.ca)

Quebec's public health director Dr. Luc Boileau is asking Quebecers to make sure they and their children's vaccinations against measles are up-to-date, ...

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Quebec facing 10 confirmed cases of measles, top doctor says he's ... (Globalnews.ca)

Dr. Luc Boileau, Quebec's director of public health, said the majority of cases involved children and at least one adult contracted measles. The Montreal region ...

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1st case of measles reported in B.C. over the weekend: Health Ministry (CTV News Vancouver)

One case of measles was reported in B.C. over the weekend, the provincial Ministry of Health confirmed in a statement Monday morning.

Measles notification for locations in Richmond | Vancouver Coastal ... (Vancouver Coastal Health)

Measles is a highly infectious disease transmitted by airborne spread. Most people in Canada will be immune to measles due to prior immunization or natural ...

With measles cases surging and vaccinations lagging, family lawyer ... (Law Times)

Kevin Caspersz expects parental battles mirroring those arising from COVID vaccination.

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Quebec is the epicentre of measles outbreak in Canada: public health (Montreal Gazette)

Quebec's public health director, dr luc boileau, is seen gesturing with both hands up Public health authorities are urging all Quebecers to make sure they're ...

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Four provinces confirm measles cases, including rare case in fully ... (CTV News)

Seventeen cases of measles have been confirmed in Quebec, Ontario, Saskatchewan and British Columbia — more than half of those in the Montreal area, ...

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Urgent Call for Childhood Vaccinations as Measles Outbreaks Rise ... (Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit)

Measles is a highly contagious, serious airborne infectious disease that is vaccine-preventable. PORT HOPE, ON (March 5, 2024) – The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine ...

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