Measles Outbreak in Ontario: Infant Death reported
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Public health officials urge vaccination as the best protection against the highly contagious virus.
Health officials are responding to a measles outbreak in Ontario, with a recent report of an infant death linked to the virus. Two additional public health offices have identified cases as the last weekly assessment, bringing the total to 21 offices affected.
The Toronto health office has reported its frist infection since the start of last fall. According to Ontario Public Health, 144 individuals infected with measles have been hospitalized since the outbreak began, with 9 requiring intensive care.
The province’s chief hygienist,Dr. Kieran Moore, confirmed last week the death of an infant infected with measles before birth, due to the mother’s unvaccinated status.
Public health officials are emphasizing that vaccination remains the most effective way to prevent the spread of this highly contagious virus.
Understanding Measles and Vaccination
“Vaccination is the best means of protecting the very contagious virus.”
Frequently Asked Questions About Measles
- What are the symptoms of measles?
- symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, and a characteristic skin rash.
- How is measles spread?
- Measles is highly contagious and spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
- How effective is the measles vaccine?
- the measles vaccine is highly effective in preventing the disease.
- Why is vaccination important?
- Vaccination protects individuals and communities by preventing the spread of the virus.
- Are there any risks associated with the measles vaccine?
- the measles vaccine is safe and effective,with only minor side effects in most cases.
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