Over the last week, 109 additional measles cases have been reported in Ontario, bringing the total to 925 since the outbreak started in October. The healthcare system is strained, with 69 hospitalizations recorded, including four patients in intensive care. The outbreak continues to affect primarily unvaccinated infants, children, and adolescents in southwestern Ontario. Conversely, Quebec is nearing the end of its outbreak, having not recorded new infections since March 18. Measles starts with flu-like symptoms, leading to a characteristic rash that spreads from the face to the body.
Measles has spread to 109 more people in Ontario over the last week, with a total of 925 cases reported since the outbreak began in October.
The majority of infections continue to affect unvaccinated children and adolescents in southwestern Ontario, correlating with growing vaccination hesitancy in the region.
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