Fraser Health says visitor from Ontario is the latest case of measles in B.C.
- Fraser Health has confirmed a new measles case involving a visitor from Ontario who traveled to Chilliwack and Vancouver on April 20.
- The individual was on Air Canada Flight AC2105 from Toronto to Vancouver.
- Fraser Health advises those exposed to monitor for symptoms of measles and get vaccinated if necessary, especially for those born in 1970 or later.
- Fraser Health urges anyone with measles symptoms to stay home and contact Public Health for advice.
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Fraser Health Says Visitor From Ontario Is the Latest Case of Measles in BC
Health authorities in British Columbia have confirmed another new case of measles infection in the province, this time with a visitor from Ontario. Fraser Health says the visitor travelled to Vancouver and Chilliwack on April 20, and doctors and health workers are “following up directly” with people known to have been exposed. In addition, Fraser Health is warning anyone who flew from Toronto to Vancouver on April 20 on Air Canada Flight 2105, w…
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