Public Health has confirmed five cases of measles in southern Manitoba, all connected to an ongoing outbreak in Ontario. These cases involve five individuals living within the same household, all of whom were contacts of lab-confirmed cases while recently traveling in Ontario. Manitoba has not identified a measles case since 2019.

Jan 26, 2025 · Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by the measles virus. It spreads through close personal contact with an infected person’s mucous or saliva and through the air from coughing and sneezing.

Feb 4, 2025 · In Manitoba, a two-dose measles vaccine program for measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMR or MMRV) is routinely provided for children who are at least one year of age and again when aged four to six. In the case of a measles exposure, a second dose may be given earlier than four to six years of age.

Feb 4, 2025 · The province sent out a notification on Tuesday warning the public of five confirmed cases of measles in southern Manitoba that are connected to an outbreak in Ontario.

6 days ago · Public health officials have confirmed five cases of measles in southern Manitoba. All cases are within the same household and connected to an Ontario outbreak.

Feb 4, 2025 · Manitoba health officials are warning the public of five confirmed cases of measles in southern Manitoba. The province says that all five cases are connected to a recent outbreak in Ontario,...

6 days ago · Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara encouraged people to get vaccinated against measles — telling them the jabs are safe and effective — after five cases in southern Manitoba were linked to an...

Feb 4, 2025 · Breaking News, Sports, Manitoba, Canada. Public health officials said Tuesday that five confirmed cases of measles in southern Manitoba are connected to an outbreak in Ontario.

Measles is one of the most highly contagious diseases characterized by a red, blotchy rash. The measles virus spreads through close personal contact with an infected person and through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

Mar 8, 2024 · The last confirmed case of measles in Manitoba was in 2019. Measles is very contagious. The most recognized symptom of measles is a red, blotchy rash, which often begins on the face and spreads down the body.