Tag: Measles

After an almost measles-free month, one active case reported in northeast

Health Tavi Dhillon -
One active case and two newly confirmed inactive cases of measles were reported out of this pocket of the province.  

Two active cases reported after NYE measles exposure

Health Tavi Dhillon -
Two new active measles cases were reported out of the northeast in the first update of this year after an exposure was reported from a celebration in Fort St John.  

It was an infectious year for measles in northeastern B.C.

Health Tavi Dhillon -
Measles’ spread was rampant in the northeast, including the Peace region. Almost three-quarters of cases in B.C. were based in this pocket of the province.  

B.C. health officials urge parents to update children’s vaccinations ahead of school year

Provincial Emily Joveski -
British Columbia’s deputy provincial health officer is urging parents to ensure their children are up to date on their vaccines as most kids prepare prepare to return to school next week.

Measles cases reported in B.C. this year top 100

Provincial Emily Joveski -
B.C.’s health officials have said 102 cases of measles have been reported across B.C. so far this year, with most of those in the Northern Health region.

Measles cases reported in B.C. this year top 100

Provincial Emily Joveski -
B.C.’s health officials have said 102 cases of measles have been reported across B.C. so far this year, with most of those in the Northern Health region.

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