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Quebec public health calls measles a 'threat' in the province

Measles cases are rising in Quebec, with the third known case in Montreal reported in February.
Public health officials are urging Quebecers to check their vaccination status before traveling, as immunity against measles is crucial.
In addition, measles can cause severe complications like paralysis, brain damage, and death in young children.

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The Globe & Mail

Measles spreading in Ontario, Quebec with cases of unknown origin

Individuals in each province have been identified with the virus who had no known exposure or links to international travel, suggesting there are additional cases that haven’t been detected

1 year ago·Canada

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CBC News

Measles may be spreading in some Canadian communities, officials warn

There are early signals that measles — one of the world’s most contagious viruses — may be quietly spreading within parts of Canada as health officials brace for more imported infections during the March Break travel season.

1 year ago·Canada

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La Presse

Possible community transmission of measles in Quebec

Montreal public health authorities say community transmission of the measles virus is currently possible, after a person from Laval contracted the disease without having traveled abroad or been in contact with another known case.

1 year ago·Montreal, Canada

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Prince George Citizen

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Measles virus possibly circulating in Quebec, health officials say

MONTREAL — A measles case in suburban Montreal suggests there could be community transmission of the highly contagious virus in Quebec, health officials say.

1 year ago

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Global News

Measles virus possibly circulating in Quebec, health officials say

The public health agency sent a notice warning that the person from Laval had visited two medical facilities in Montreal, including the Sainte-Justine children's hospital.

1 year ago·Toronto, Canada

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CTV News

Quebec public health calls measles a 'threat' in the province

In a letter to physicians, Montreal Public Health confirmed a case of measles was reported in Laval this week. It is the third known case in the Montreal region since the start of February.

1 year ago·Canada

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