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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.