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Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Manitoba reports 7 more measles cases from last week
Seven more measles cases were confirmed in Manitoba during the second week of June, the province reported in its weekly update Wednesday. The change brings the total number of confirmed measles cases reported this month to 14, with another four cases deemed probable. The most current data available only goes to June 14. Altogether, there have been 105 confirmed and eight probable measles cases in the province this year. In May alone, Manitoba reported 72 measles cases, amid an outbreak of the virus across Canada that began in October 2024. The highly contagious virus spreads through droplets formed in the air when coughing or sneezing, and an infected person can spread the virus from four days before the measles rash appears until four days after that. Measles symptoms generally appear seven to 21 days after exposure, and may include a fever, runny nose, drowsiness and red eyes. Small white spots can also appear on the inside of the mouth or throat, the province said. Immunization is the only way to protect people from contracting measles, health officials say. The MMR vaccine for measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chickenpox) is routinely given after kids turn one, with a second shot given at age four to six in Manitoba. If a child is exposed to measles, the second dose can be given earlier. The province recently expanded vaccine eligibility to start at six months for children who were evacuated from their communities because of wildfires and who may be staying in southern Manitoba, where there have been measles outbreaks. Manitoba has also expanded eligibility for vaccines to infants as young as six months old living in the Southern Health region and the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority area.
CBC
18-06-2025
- Health
- CBC
Manitoba reports 7 more measles cases from last week
Seven more measles cases were confirmed in Manitoba during the second week of June, the province reported in its weekly update Wednesday. The change brings the total number of confirmed measles cases reported this month to 14, with another four cases deemed probable. The most current data available only goes to June 14. Altogether, there have been 105 confirmed and eight probable measles cases in the province this year. In May alone, Manitoba reported 72 measles cases, amid an outbreak of the virus across Canada that began in October 2024. The highly contagious virus spreads through droplets formed in the air when coughing or sneezing, and an infected person can spread the virus from four days before the measles rash appears until four days after that. Measles symptoms generally appear seven to 21 days after exposure, and may include a fever, runny nose, drowsiness and red eyes. Small white spots can also appear on the inside of the mouth or throat, the province said. Immunization is the only way to protect people from contracting measles, health officials say. The MMR vaccine for measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chickenpox) is routinely given after kids turn one, with a second shot given at age four to six in Manitoba. If a child is exposed to measles, the second dose can be given earlier. The province recently expanded vaccine eligibility to start at six months for children who were evacuated from their communities because of wildfires and who may be staying in southern Manitoba, where there have been measles outbreaks.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
3% of measles cases are among fully vaccinated individuals, CDC says
Measles infections in the U.S. have reached nearly 1,200 in 2025 as cases continue to crop up in 35 states. At least 3% of those cases have been in people who received two doses of the MMR measles vaccine, meaning they were fully vaccinated, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2% of confirmed measles cases, the person had received one MMR dose. The last measles outbreak of a similar scale occurred in 2019, when a total of 1,274 cases were confirmed across the country. However, 2025 is shaping up to be the largest outbreak in 25 years. There have been three confirmed measles deaths, two children and one adult, thus far in 2025. Measles vaccines are 97% effective at preventing measles after two doses and 93% after one dose, according to the CDC. The disease was previously eradicated in the U.S. in 2000, meaning there was no spread and new cases were only those contracted from abroad. Vaccine rates have declined by an average of 2.67% in most U.S. counties over the past five years, according to data published by John Hopkins University, resulting in a growing number of states moving further away from the 95% herd immunity threshold. The effectiveness of the measles vaccine depends on the timing of vaccination and the nature of the exposure. "If the vaccine is administered within three days of exposure to measles in "limited" contact settings (e.g., schools, childcare, and medical offices)," it may "provide some protection against infection or modify the clinical course of disease," the agency's recommendations say. However, postexposure vaccination "does not appear to be effective in settings with intense, prolonged, close contact, such as households and smaller childcare facilities." Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been widely labeled as a vaccine skeptic. But on April 6, he wrote in a lengthy post on X that "the most effective way to prevent the spread of measles is the MMR vaccine." More: RFK Jr. MMR vaccine support spurs backlash: 'So much for MAHA' USA TODAY has reached out to the CDC for comment. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Measles cases: 3% are among fully vaccinated individuals, per CDC
CBS News
14-06-2025
- Health
- CBS News
Boston health officials warn public of possible measles exposure
Health officials in Boston say a traveler with a confirmed case of measles visited Boston from June 7 to June 8. Who may have been exposed to measles? The infectious person visited several places in Boston, including: Westin Boston Seaport District Hotel (including restaurants in the hotel) 5:30 p.m. on June 7 to 1:30 p.m. on June 8 The Museum of Fine Arts Boston from 1-6:30 p.m. on June 8 Logan Airport Terminal C from 5-11:15 p.m. on June 8 The person then flew on JetBlue Flight 639 to Miami. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health is working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed. Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, commissioner of Public Health for the city of Boston, said there is no indication the traveler used public transportation in Boston. When to see a doctor The Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) vaccine is 93%-97% effective in protecting people against measles, and health officials say people who have been vaccinated are at low risk for getting the disease. "This case of measles highlights the importance of obtaining the MMR vaccine to protect ourselves and our community. The MMR vaccine is highly effective at preventing measles infection and also protects against mumps and rubella," said Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, commissioner of Public Health for the city of Boston. She said about 94% of children in the Boston area have been vaccinated. Ojikutu said the Boston Public Health Commission is notifying the public and leading contact tracing as well as working with locations the traveler visited, MassPort, and the CDC. "As we collect more information, we will notify the public and individuals directly," she said. Measles begins with flu-like symptoms and is followed by a red, blotchy rash. In people with darker skin, the rash may appear brown or dark purple, Ojikutu said. Symptoms may appear seven to 21 days after exposure. People who are not vaccinated against measles and who may have been exposed are urged to contact their doctors. For the latest information and guidance, visit
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Public health officials say that person with measles visited Boston
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is informing the public that a person with measles has visited Boston. Officials say that the individual was in Boston between the dates of June 7 and June 8. In that time frame, the individual visited several places while infected, including: Westin Boston Seaport District Hotel (including restaurants in the hotel) between 5:30 pm on Saturday, June 7, and 1:30 pm on Sunday, June 8 The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, between 1:00 pm and 6:30 pm on Sunday, June 8 Logan Airport Terminal C between 5:00 pm and 11:15 pm on Sunday, June 8 The person then flew on JetBlue Flight 639 to Miami, which departed at 9:12 pm. Measles is a highly contagious virus that gives flu-like symptoms, including cough, high fever, runny nose, and red, watery eyes, followed by a red, blotchy rash that spreads from the face to the rest of the body. Typically when a person who has contracted the virus can spread the disease through breathing, sneezing, and coughing. 'This case of measles highlights the importance of obtaining the MMR vaccine to protect ourselves and our community. The MMR vaccine is highly effective at preventing measles infection and also protects against mumps and rubella,' said Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, Commissioner of Public Health for the City of Boston. 'Children should receive the vaccine at 12-15 months of age and again before kindergarten to ensure strong immunity. Children who are at least 6 months old who are traveling internationally should receive an early dose of vaccine before traveling. It is never too late for children or adults to get the measles vaccine and for the vaccine to be effective, even if they are past the age recommended by doctors.' The DPH is working to help identify those who may have been exposed to the virus. Those who were exposed should contact their health care provider immediately and monitor for symptoms for at least 21 days, and avoid public places. According to the DPH, the measles vaccination is 93%-97% effective in preventing measles and protecting against severe disease. In Suffolk County, 94% of children have been fully vaccinated against measles, according to DPH data. Vaccinated individuals are at low risk of contracting measles. Health officials urge people who do not know their immunization status to get vaccinated with at least one dose of the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine. For more information on measles, visit This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
