The number of measles cases in New Brunswick continues to climb. Officials with New Brunswick’s Department of Health said as of Thursday, the number of confirmed cases since October has reached 43.
A measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is shown on a countertop at a pediatric clinic in Greenbrae, Calif. on Feb. 6, 2015. Officials with New Brunswick’s Department of Health said as of Thursday evening, the number of confirmed cases since October has reached 43.Two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine are needed for protection. Public Health officials are urging people to get vaccinated and continue to hold vaccine clinics this week.
Data from the Public Health Agency of Canada indicates as of October 26, the country had experienced 83 cases in 2024 so far. That’s nearly a sevenfold increase from last year.“We need 95 per cent vaccine rates across a population to be able to suppress those outbreaks and we don't have that anymore,” said Dr. Dale Kalina, an infectious diseases specialist and chief medical information officer of Brant Community Healthcare System in Brantford, Ont.
'Countless lives were at risk:' 8 charged, including teen wanted in deadly home invasion, after West Queen West gun battle 'Countless lives were at risk:' 8 charged, including teen wanted in deadly home invasion, after West Queen West gun battle Taylor Swift has millions of fans worldwide, but Brampton, Ont.'s Jasmeet Sidhu has gotten closer to the musical icon than most.Amid a potential postal worker strike, here’s a look at how many letters and parcels the corporation delivers and how those numbers have changed in the internet age.Amazon is targeting retail rivals Shein, Temu and TikTok Shop with a new deeply discounted storefront that sells a wide array of products for US$20 or less.
'You couldn't open the door': Concerns over awareness of and access to Tesla emergency latch after 4 killed in Toronto, 5 killed in Wisconsin Mounties in Nanaimo say they're investigating an incident at a local nightclub and are issuing "a generic warning to the public" about drinks being spiked.City of Toronto clears encampments near Rogers Centre ahead of sold-out Taylor Swift shows
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
11 new cases of measles confirmed in New Brunswick, bringing total cases to 25The new cases were detected in Fredericton and parts of the upper Saint John River valley area
Read more »
11 new cases of measles confirmed in New Brunswick, bringing total cases to 25New Brunswick health officials urged residents to get vaccinated Saturday after 11 new cases of measles were confirmed in the province.
Read more »
Will Susan Holt’s new government continue New Brunswick’s nuclear fantasies?The Hill Times
Read more »
Susan Holt becomes New Brunswick’s first woman premier as new Liberal government sworn inMembers of the new cabinet include Finance Minister and Deputy Premier René Legacy, Health Minister John Dornan, Education Minister Claire Johnson and Justice Minister Rob McKee
Read more »
With Liberal election win, First Nations in N.B. look forward to improved relationsChief Allan Polchies says he is excited about New Brunswick's new Liberal provincial government.
Read more »
New Brunswick election: Greens and Liberals make pledges about housing affordabilityFREDERICTON — The high cost of housing is at the centre of the New Brunswick election campaign today. Both the Liberals and the Greens announced plans to make housing more affordable as voters prepare to cast their ballots on Monday.
Read more »