Measles

Alberta doctors call for regular access to vaccines in children’s hospitals to combat low immunization rates

Alberta government says it’s a no-go due to pressure on hospitals. Canada recently lost its measles elimination designation. Geoff Robins/The Canadian Press Jennifer Lee, CBC News Calgary Nov 17, 2025 Some Alberta pediatricians … READ MORE

How Canada can regain its measles elimination status

A vial of measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is pictured at the Taber Community Health Centre in Taber, Alta., Monday, July 28, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh Nicole Ireland and Hannah Alberga, The Canadian Press Nov 11, 2025 … READ MORE

As Canada loses measles-free status, outbreak in northeast B.C. continues

As Canada loses measles-free status, outbreak in northeast B.C. continues. A former chief medical officer of health for Alberta says the province bears a significant amount of responsibility for Canada losing its measles elimination … READ MORE

Canada’s measles outbreak control challenged by disinformation and distrust, doctors say

Doctors share ideas for disinformation and outreach, warn more measles ‘inevitable’. Vaccine hesitancy, especially in specific communities, is one of the hurdles to getting more of the Canadian public protected against … READ MORE

Robust Measles Immunity in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland

Researchers found robust immunity to measles among people living in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, indicating high uptake of the measles vaccine in the general population. Photo by CDC on Unsplash Fran Lowry, Medscape October … READ MORE

‘Outbreak in Alberta was preventable’: AMA president criticizes province’s handling of measles outbreak, premier defends it

Measles is preventable. After a baby died of measles this week, The Alberta Medical Association is encouraging Albertans to get vaccinated in order to prevent more deaths and hospitalizations. Jacqueline Wilson reports. CTV News By … READ MORE

Alberta doctors say first measles death a ‘stark’ reminder outbreak was preventable

The emergency department of the Rockyview General Hospital is pictured in Calgary, Thursday, March 20, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh JMC Lisa Johnson, The Canadian Press October 3, 2025 EDMONTON – Alberta doctors say … READ MORE

Premature baby dies of measles in Alberta outbreak’s 1st death

Baby born early after mother contracted measles, province says. CDC/Molly Kurnit, MPH Jennifer Lee, CBC News Calgary October 02, 2025 Alberta is reporting its first measles death since outbreaks of the highly contagious illness began … READ MORE

Northeast B.C. measles vaccinations below herd immunity as school resumes, health officials say

Despite uptick in vaccinations over summer, rates still too low to stop transmission. Northern Health has reported 187 measles cases across the region as of Aug. 28, nearly double from the end of July. CBC Matt Preprost, CBC News … READ MORE

Measles spread trending down as Alberta kids head back to the classroom. Will it last?

Alberta still identifying more cases per week than any other province. Measles can lead to serious complications, including pneumonia, brain swelling and even death. Lindsey Wasson/Reuters Jennifer Lee, CBC News Calgary September 03, … READ MORE

Canada has most measles cases on the continent as infections up exponentially over 2024

Warning signage for suspected cases of measles is seen outside the main entrance of Woodstock General Hospital in Woodstock, Ont., Thursday, May 22, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nicole Osborne Hannah Alberga, The Canadian Press Aug 15, … READ MORE

‘We will see more spread’: Parents advised on measles protection as kids head back to school

As of Wednesday, Alberta has reported 1,826 cases since March, with no current active cases. Students head in for the first day of classes at Queen Elizabeth School in Calgary on Tuesday. PHOTO BY GAVIN YOUNG/Postmedia Network By … READ MORE

Manitoba reports 10 new measles cases, warns of 2 recent exposure sites

Cases confirmed Aug. 16-23, with new exposure sites reported in southern Manitoba. The number of measles cases reported in Manitoba so far this year has risen to 187 confirmed and 11 probable cases. CBC CBC News, August 27, 2025 Ten … READ MORE

Measles cases extend beyond Alberta, Ontario, hotspot map shows

Measles complications like pneumonia a concern for doctors in many provinces. The spread of measles both between provinces and within is keeping doctors and health officials across much of Canada on their toes. Turgut Yeter/CBC Amina … READ MORE

Addressing fear in Alberta’s Mennonite community amid a measles outbreak

Past experiences have led to health-care hesitancy for many Low German-speaking Mennonites. Tina Meggison, right, and Nely Penner, community health reps for the Low German Mennonite community in southern Alberta, are seen with signs … READ MORE

Vaccination, immunity and records: Your questions on measles, answered

Over 3,700 people so far have been infected with measles across Canada in 2025 — and that number is climbing. The Public Health Agency of Canada is strongly advising everyone in Canada to check that they’re fully immunized … READ MORE

AHS issues public alert for potential measles exposure in Edmonton region

Infectious individual visited 2 locations in Nisku, 1 in Edmonton in July. AHS said an individual with measles visited two locations in Nisku and a restaurant in south Edmonton at the end of July. David Bajer/CBC Cameron MacCuish, CBC … READ MORE

Measles spread ‘like wildfire’ among unvaccinated children in northeast B.C., health officer says

10 hospitalized in B.C., the majority children, as health officials hope spread of virus has peaked. B.C.’s deputy provincial health officer, Dr. Martin Lavoie, says the majority of measles cases reported in B.C. this year have … READ MORE

Resurgence of old diseases on agenda for global nursing conference in Calgary

Measles comeback in Alberta part of wider trend that public health nurses aim to tackle. Case counts in 2025 continue to climb. There were 1,574 cases as of July 28, 2025. CBC Robson Fletcher, CBC News Calgary July 28, 2025 As Alberta … READ MORE

Doctors brace for potential measles surge in Calgary as Alberta’s outbreaks drag on

44 cases reported in Calgary zone so far this year. Dr. Tania Principi is a pediatric ER physician and associate clinical professor at the University of Calgary’s Cumming School of Medicine. Tania Principi Jennifer Lee, CBC News … READ MORE

Measles exposure alert issued for Alberta Children’s Hospital emergency room

If you develop symptoms, call the measles hotline before going to a hospital, doctor’s office or pharmacy A measles exposure alert has been issued for the emergency department at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. Ose Irete … READ MORE

Some Alberta hospitals triaging probable measles patients in vehicles

Former CMOH concerned that outbreaks could cost Canada its measles-free status. Public health teams are working to boost immunization rates in outbreak areas, including the town of Two Hills. Rafferty Baker CBC Andrea Huncar, CBC News … READ MORE

Keep babies, high risk Albertans away from Stampede due to measles, doctors caution

1.3 million visitors expected at Stampede as Alberta outbreaks continue to grow. Calgary Stampede organizers are expecting more than 1.3 million visitors this year. At the same time, Alberta is battling its worst measles outbreaks in … READ MORE

Not all Alberta babies are eligible for early measles shot, worrying Calgary mom

The province says early vaccination is reserved for areas with widespread transmission Shanaya von Scheel was told her seven-month-old son was not eligible for an early measles vaccine dose because they live in Calgary. Early and … READ MORE

Measles ‘out of control,’ experts warn, as Alberta case counts surpass 1,000

Alberta has reported 1,020 measles cases since the outbreaks began in March. Dr. Karina Top is a professor of pediatrics at the University of Alberta and pediatric infectious disease physician at the Stollery Children’s … READ MORE

Alberta’s measles outbreaks are now the worst in nearly half a century

868 measles cases have now been reported since the outbreaks began in March. Alberta’s measles case count jumped to 868 on Thursday. The last time case counts were higher was in 1979. Alissa Eckert/CDC Jennifer Lee, CBC News … READ MORE

With 710 measles cases now confirmed in Alberta, this marks the worst year since 1986

Disease continues to spread, primarily in kids and teens outside major cities. Of measles cases this year where the patient’s immunization status is known, 91% have been in individuals who never received a measles vaccine. … READ MORE

Here’s how measles cases are spreading across Canada

A dose of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination awaits the next patient during a vaccine clinic at Southwestern Public Health in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada, on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Geoff Robins, The Canadian Press via … READ MORE

Why are measles case counts climbing so high in Alberta? Experts weigh in

With 326 patients reported, Alberta has the 2nd highest tally in the country. Alberta has confirmed 326 meales cases since the outbreaks began in March. CBC Jennifer Lee, CBC News Calgary May 12, 2025 Infectious disease experts are … READ MORE

‘Rifts in families’: Parents seek better talk on vaccines as measles outbreak grows

Professor says public health nurses are great sources of information but need time to build trust. Mackenzie Sailer and her one-year-old son, Wolfe, at the Henderson Lake playground in Lethbridge. She says vaccines are like religion … READ MORE

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